Thunderbolt Systems and Hardware Enablement Architect

Intel is seeking a senior-level Thunderbolt Solution Architect to lead the design and development of reference boards for upcoming Thunderbolt chips. The role involves owning the power-on process, including board bring-up and debugging, and driving the board through full Thunderbolt certification. The architect will make component selection decisions, work directly with customers to translate their board needs into design solutions, and perform detailed debugging and root-cause analysis. This position requires extensive experience in Thunderbolt board design and architecture, hands-on hardware bring-up, and strong problem-solving skills.

Must Have

• Lead design and development of reference boards for upcoming Thunderbolt chips
• Own the power-on process, including board bring-up, debugging, and resolving hardware issues
• Drive the board through the full Thunderbolt certification process
• Make informed component selection decisions based on system, performance, and customer requirements
• Work directly with customers to understand their board needs and translate them into solid design solutions
• Perform detailed debugging, issue reproduction, and root-cause analysis
• Execute lab work, measurements, validation, and hardware verification
• Serve as the technical focal point for the board design team
• Strong expertise in Thunderbolt board design and architecture
• Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, debugging, and lab tools
• Ability to work closely with customers and cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Job Description:

We are looking for a senior-level Thunderbolt Solution Architect to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Thunderbolt board design and a deep understanding of Thunderbolt system architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of reference boards for upcoming Thunderbolt chips.
• Own the power-on process, including board bring-up, debugging, and resolving hardware issues as needed.
• Drive the board through the full Thunderbolt certification process, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Make informed component selection decisions based on system, performance, and customer requirements.
• Work directly with customers to understand their board needs and translate them into solid design solutions.
• Perform detailed debugging, issue reproduction, and root-cause analysis.
• Execute lab work, measurements, validation, and hardware verification.
• Serve as the technical focal point for the board design team.
• Travel approximately three times per year (international).

Qualifications:

• Strong expertise in Thunderbolt board design and architecture.
• Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, debugging, and lab tools.
• Ability to work closely with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Israel)

Primary Location:

Israel, Haifa

Additional Locations:

Business group:

The Silicon Engineering Group (SIG) is a worldwide organization focused on the development and integration of SOCs, Cores, and critical IPs from architecture to manufacturing readiness that power Intel’s leadership products. This business group leverages an incomparable mix of experts with different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the most innovative, amazing, and exciting computing experiences.

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 require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.