**Job Details:** **Job Description:** Intel's Client Platform Architecture Organization is looking for an Entry / Mainstream low-cost segment Platform Architect. As the platform architect, you are expected to lead the platform definition for a cost sensitive segment that prioritizes Intel competitive goals aligned with the user experiences valued by the segment. You will work with our silicon and software architecture teams to provide platform constraints that influence our silicon and software construction as well as work with our validation partners to provide targets that represent real world customer scenarios. You are expected to understand the business related to this segment, internal budget constraints, and resource requirements as well as technical and IP requirements to make architectural tradeoffs in order to define platforms for this segment. You also would be expected to interface with our key customers to determine their requirements for our platforms. Key Responsibilities: Platform Architecture: As Platform Architect for a segment, you shall define the platform requirements and architecture working with all domains experts to balance constraints and publish Product Requirement specifications and architectural collateral. Lead a diverse team defining next generation Client Products for the next 5 years in Client Computing group (CCG), ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective Drive detailed Technical Readiness to gain cross team alignment on specific Intel Products covering all aspects of platform physicals w/ Domain Experts (Physical System fit, Package study, Pin count analysis, thermal/ mechanical analysis etc) Identify key emerging technologies, calibrate their compatibility with different segments and oversee overall systems integration (Physicals, FW, Driver, ISV, PnP and Experiences) Meet with customers to discuss our latest architectural intent for our client platforms and obtain feedback relative to their needs Team Leadership and Collaboration: Lead a team of architects, developers, and engineers to define entry mobile client platform solutions. Collaborate and develop cross-functional synergy with other teams (e.g., System design, Thermal, Mechanical, SI/PI, Program management) Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, ensuring high standards of development and architecture practices. Communicate platform status, updates, and risks to stakeholders and executive leadership. Prepare reports and presentations to illustrate progress and architecture decisions. Proactively identify potential risks related to platform architecture and performance. Resolve complex technical issues related to the platform's design and implementation. **Qualifications:** Minimum qualifications are required 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: 15+ years of experience in platform development or leading consumer product development BSC in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering Preferred Qualifications: Translate business requirements into technical solutions and platform features Strong understanding of engineering principles such as Power, Thermal, HS Design Experience in board design and system integration Ability to deal with ambiguous problems and make reasonable tradeoffs to support business goals Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research. **Job Type:** Experienced Hire **Shift:** Shift 1 (United States of America) **Primary Location:** US, Arizona, Phoenix **Additional Locations:** US, California, Folsom, US, Oregon, Hillsboro **Business group:** The Client Computing Group (CCG) is responsible for driving business strategy and product development for Intel's PC products and platforms, spanning form factors such as notebooks, desktops, 2 in 1s, all in ones. Working with our partners across the industry, we intend to deliver purposeful computing experiences that unlock people's potential - allowing each person use our products to focus, create and connect in ways that matter most to them. As the largest business unit at Intel, CCG is investing more heavily in the PC, ramping its capabilities even more aggressively, and designing the PC experience even more deliberately, including delivering a predictable cadence of leadership products. As a result, we are able to fuel innovation across Intel, providing an important source of IP and scale, as well as help the company deliver on its purpose of enriching the lives of every person on earth. **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** This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter. **Benefits:** We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here: https://jobs.intel.com/en/benefits Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $214,730.00-$303,140.00 **S** **al** **ary** **range** **dependent on a number of factors including location and experience.** **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.