Intel

Intel

AI Model Optimization Engineer

US, California, Santa Clara · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$276kDetected 5 days ago
PythonAlgorithmsGitLinuxMachine LearningDeep LearningPyTorchLLMsElectrical EngineeringCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingAdaptability

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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role100
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level IV)94
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 333 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card follow-through: 74%

Of 318 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 83 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 508 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Reported a layoff in this occupation

In a green-card filing decided 2026-05-14, this employer stated it had laid off workers in Software Developers (CA) during the preceding six months. 3 such filings on record.Describes the period before that filing, not necessarily today. Unlike WARN notices this is occupation-specific and federal.

Files H-1B transfers

33 transfer filings in the last year, covering 33 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • This is an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about Generative AI, machine learning systems, model optimization, and performance engineering who want to influence technologies used by millions of people globally.
  • Analyze model performance and identify optimization opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Enable, validate, benchmark, and optimize AI models on Intel platforms.
  • Develop and execute tests to ensure model functionality, accuracy, and performance.
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, compiler, and architecture teams to solve technical challenges.
  • Ownership: Takes initiative, drives issues to resolution, and delivers high-quality results with accountability.

Requirements

  • You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position.
  • Your experience described above must be in the following:
  • 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.
  • Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related technical discipline with 3+ years of hands-on experience in AI frameworks, algorithms, and programming OR Master's degree in the same field with 1+ years of experience.
  • Programming in Python and/or C++.
  • Experience with machine learning or deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Performance analysis, profiling and optimization.
  • Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Nice to have

  • For information on Intel's immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see
  • Intel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information
  • Linux and/or Windows operating systems.
  • Git-based software development workflows.
  • Experience with GenAI models (LLM, VLM, VLA) or OpenVINO.
  • Understanding of parallel programming, preferably with experience in SYCL or OpenCL.
  • Previous publications or contributions to AI research.
  • Familiarity with OpenVINO or other AI inference frameworks.

Skills

  • The Role and Impact
  • Debug issues across AI frameworks, software stacks, and hardware platforms.
  • Utilize AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity.
  • Curiosity and Learning Agility: Demonstrates a passion for learning emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and development methodologies.
  • Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments where priorities and technologies evolve rapidly.

Compensation

  • Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $149,750.00-275,580.00 USD
  • The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations.
  • Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
  • Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
  • Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US:
  • $149,750.00-275,580.00 USD

Benefits

  • It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
  • Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
  • Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment.
  • Contribute code, bug fixes, documentation, and test coverage to internal and open-source projects.
  • Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Company info

  • Behavioral traits that we are looking for:
  • We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • For information on Intel's immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see
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