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Technical Manager- Virtual Platform Team
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 US, California, Santa Clara
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Program Manager Technical” (Information Technology Project Managers) in CA: $156k–$183k, median $169k. Most were filed at wage level III (50%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Intel Corporation
The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1,112 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Details: Job Description: The world is transforming - and so is Intel. Intel is a company of bold and curious inventors and problem solvers who create some of the most astounding technology advancements and experiences in the world. With a legacy of relentless innovation and a commitment to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth, our diverse and brilliant teams are continually searching for tomorrow's technology and revel in the challenge that changing the world for the better brings. We work every single day to design and manufacture silicon products that empower people's digital lives. Come join us and do something wonderful. The Role: Intel is seeking a Technical Manager- Virtual Platform Team for the AI SOC group. In this technical leadership role, you will architect and deliver next-generation simulation / virtual-platform solution for System-on-chip for multiple generations of Artificial Intelligence products. You will establish strategy and methodology, drive technical development with deep expertise, and deliver first-pass silicon success through best-in-class virtual-platform to enable early software development. This role requires exceptional technical depth across computer-architecture, programming in C++ and python, including usage of advanced AI coding tools like GitHub co-pilot for development and verification on IP models. Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your degree, research and or relevant previous job and or internship experiences. Minimum Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with 6+ years OR a PhD & 4+ years of relevant experience in developing simulation models, virtual-platforms, and performance models for architecture, micro-architecture and early software enabling. • 4+ years of experience in managing a highly technical team. • 4+ years of experience in subsystem and SoC-level development, analysis and understanding of AI software stack. • 4+ years of hands-on experience in advanced hands-on coding proficiency across software programming languages (C/C++), scripting (Python), and build systems; established track record of developing and delivering highly configurable and reusable software collateral. Preferred Qualifications: • Demonstrated experience collaborating with software and verification teams. • Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proven track record of delivering on-time, high-quality pre-silicon development environments and establishing technical standards. Your next career step starts here-join us to shape the future of AI and high-performance computing, and make a lasting impact through innovation. Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, California, Santa Clara Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and v