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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.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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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.
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What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles116 certified filings for “Software Engineer” (Software Developers) in OR: $128k–$160k, median $140k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- 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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-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 roles
- 116 certified filings for “Software Engineer” (Software Developers) in OR: $128k–$160k, median $140k. Most were filed at wage level III (51%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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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About the role
Job Details:
Job Description:
The Role
Join Intel as a Software Performance Enginee r and help optimize the next generation of computing platforms. In this role, you will work across software and hardware layers to analyze, benchmark, and improve system performance. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to identify opportunities for optimization and develop solutions that help customers maximize the value of Intel technologies.
This position is well-suited for engineers who are passionate about software development, system performance, and emerging technologies including AI, cloud computing, high-performance computing (HPC), and client platforms.
What You’ll Do
Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Optimize cross-stack software to enhance Intel platform performance across various technology segments.
• Analyze and benchmark platform performance, including power, security, responsiveness, and system-level measurement methodologies.
• Develop KPIs and KEIs to evaluate platform performance and ensure measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with customers and partners as a trusted technical advisor to identify opportunities that showcase Intel technology.
• Understand partner and customer software stacks to provide meaningful insights and influence roadmaps for Intel platforms.
• Drive innovation by applying expertise in both software and hardware optimization to create impactful solutions.
Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity and a passion for learning new technologies.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality results.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Initiative and ownership in driving tasks to completion.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Customer-focused mindset with an interest in understanding real-world usage scenarios.
Intel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.
• See Intel Benefits for more details.
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. Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.
Note:
For information on Intel’s immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see
Intel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
Master's degree expected by August 2027 in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related with 3+ months of educational or work experience.
Your experience described above must be in the following:
• Programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
• Cross-stack software optimization concepts and methodologies.
• Hardware-software interactions.
• Analyze performance metrics and develop benchmarking tools.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience :
• Experience in developing KPIs/KEIs or system-level measurement methodologies.
• Intel platforms and technologies is a plus.
Why Join Intel
This is your opportunity to join Intel's talented team and make a meaningful impact by contributing to the optimization of cutting-edge technologies. We encourage you to bring your creativity, technical expertise, and enthusiasm to help shape the future of computing. Apply today and start your journey with Intel.
Job Type:
College Grad
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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