Staff Software Validation Engineer

Location: Virtual US

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Application Deadline: 05/31/2024

About Intel

At Intel, our mission is to create world-changing technology that enhances the lives of every individual. Within the Software and Advanced Technology Group (SATG), we are committed to realizing Intel's vision for innovative software and advanced technology by providing open and secure software platforms. We help enterprise customers protect their applications, data, and crucial infrastructure through superior hardware and software technologies.

Role Overview

We seek a Staff Software Validation Engineer to join our Trusted and Security Products Engineering team. This pivotal role will contribute significantly to Intel's strategic software initiatives. As a member of our core validation team focused on quality engineering, you will develop validation strategies, test plans, and contribute to delivering high-quality, secure software for our customers.

If you are passionate about being part of a world-class software engineering team dedicated to next-generation secure software solutions, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Design software validation strategies and develop tools and methodologies for validating Intel software products across various deployment environments (on-prem, cloud, hybrid) and solutions (SaaS).
• Create and develop automation tests using the Python framework.
• Enhance automation frameworks and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the development of functional and system testing plans based on a risk-based approach.
• Focus on 100% automation strategy, ensuring all tests are automated and stable before execution.
• Leverage the latest technologies like ML and Gen AI to increase developer productivity.
• Promote continuous innovation and improvements, driving the team's technical growth.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science with 8+ years of experience, OR a Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science with 6+ years of experience, OR a PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science with 2+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in building and enhancing test automation frameworks.
• 5+ years of developing comprehensive functional and non-functional test plans and test cases.
• 3+ years of expertise in Python programming.
• 3+ years of working experience with SaaS and cloud-based products.
• 3+ years of experience with public clouds, IaaS, PaaS, and Kubernetes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ML and Gen AI LLMs.
• Knowledge of key security concepts including cryptography, data encryption, key/certificate management, identity, and access management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• A fast learner with a growth mindset, able to deal with ambiguous situations, and committed to continuous innovation.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry, including competitive pay, stock, bonuses, healthcare benefits, retirement plans, and vacation.

Salary Range

Annual salary range for this role is $144,501.00 - $217,311.00, depending on location and experience. This range is applicable to jobs performed in US locations such as Colorado, New York, Washington, and California.

Work Model

This position is available as a fully home-based role, generally requiring occasional visits to Intel sites based on business needs. It may also be available under our hybrid work model, allowing employees to work both on-site at an Intel site and off-site. The work model may change based on business requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national