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SOC RTL Design Engineer
Intel Corporation · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
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 roles11 certified filings for “SoC Design Engineer” (Architectural and Engineering Managers) in TX: $160k–$224k, median $192k. Most were filed at wage level II (36%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% 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 Role and Impact Join our team as an SoC Logic Design Engineer where you will play a critical role in developing Intel's next-generation Client System-on-Chip (SoC) products. In this role, you will actively contribute to the RTL design and integration of high-performance IPs, ensuring exceptional functionality and quality for Intel's latest Client family of products. Your contributions will directly shape the technology that powers billions of devices worldwide. Business group This role is part of the Silicon and Platform Engineering Group (SPE), which drives innovation in semiconductor technology and system solutions. Our team is focused on developing cutting-edge Client SoCs, integrating advanced IPs, and delivering world-class silicon products. By joining SPE, you will contribute to Intel's mission of creating technology that enriches lives and powers the future of computing. Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement RTL design for internal IPs or integrate high-performance, bandwidth IPs into SoCs. - Collaborate closely with verification teams to support functional, feature, and integration validation. - Conduct front-end quality checks, including RTL static analysis, synthesizability assessments, timing/power convergence, netlist quality checks, and functional equivalence verification. - Work with design teams and architects to ensure functional integrity and overall chip quality. - Participate in cross-functional reviews and provide innovative solutions to optimize performance and design efficiency. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 0-1 years of hands-on experience in SoC RTL/Logic Design, demonstrated through internships, academic projects, coursework, or hands-on training. -OR- - Master's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with no prior professional experience. - Proficiency in RTL design languages such as SystemVerilog and familiarity with verification methodologies like OVM/UVM. - Basic understanding of digital design concepts, including timing analysis, power optimization, and synthesis techniques. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with logic design, integration of high-performance IPs, or pre-silicon validation environments. - Familiarity with industry tools for RTL simulation, synthesis, and static timing analysis. - Strong problem-solving and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative team environment. We're looking for passionate individuals who aspire to shape the future of technology. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and contribute to life-changing innovations, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type: College Grad Shift: Shift 1 (Malaysia) Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang Additional Locations: Malaysia, Kulim 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 Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. * ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)