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Job Description:

Join Us in Shaping the Future

At Intel, we are driving innovation in AI and data center technologies through cutting-edge compiler development. Our work enables developers and organizations around the world to unlock the full potential of modern hardware, from CPUs to GPUs and beyond.

By joining our team, you will contribute to building advanced compiler technologies that power high-performance computing, scalable AI workloads, and next-generation architectures. If you’re passionate about low-level systems, performance optimization, and making a tangible impact on the future of computing, this is your opportunity.

About the Team

The Intel Compiler Engineering Team is a high-performing, global group responsible for delivering industry-leading compiler solutions. We continuously push the boundaries of compiler technology to ensure optimal performance across Intel’s platforms, including both CPUs and GPUs.

Our work spans open-source ecosystems, cutting-edge research, and real-world performance improvements that directly benefit developers and customers worldwide.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and talented Compiler Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of GPU-focused compiler technologies.

In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize compiler functionality to improve performance and efficiency across advanced GPU systems and AI-driven workloads.

In This Role, You Will:

Design and implement state-of-the-art compiler translations and optimizations targeting GPU architectures
Investigate, prototype, and deliver new techniques to improve performance and efficiency
Analyze workloads, perform benchmarking, and evaluate compiler behavior on real hardware
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compiler support for AI and data center applications
Contribute to improving compilation technologies aligned with modern hardware features

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related STEM field with 4+ years of experience, or Master’s with 3+ years, or PhD
Strong programming skills in C and C++
Knowledge of LLVM internals and/or GPU/CPU compiler technologies
Familiarity with modern software development tools and practices

Nice to Have

Experience developing compiler optimizations (middle-end or backend)
Background in performance analysis and tuning
Understanding of GPU architecture and programming models
Experience with GPU compute APIs such as OpenCL or OneAPI
Familiarity with heterogeneous systems and AI workloads

Why Join Us?

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy deep technical challenges, working close to hardware, and delivering measurable performance impact. You will work on technologies that matter—helping shape how the world builds and runs AI and high-performance applications.

Please note this is a temporary position for 24 months.

Job Type:

Intel Contract Employee

Shift:

Shift 1 (Germany)

Primary Location:

Germany, Munich

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Business group:

At the Data Center Group (DCG), we're committed to delivering exceptional products and delighting our customers. We offer both broad-market Xeon-based solutions and custom x86-based products, ensuring tailored innovation for diverse needs across general-purpose compute, web services, HPC, and AI-accelerated systems. Our charter encompasses defining business strategy and roadmaps, product management, developing ecosystems and business opportunities, delivering strong financial performance, and reinvigorating x86 leadership. Join us as we transform the data center segment through workload driven leadership products and close collaboration with our partners.

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

EU Salary

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

Annual Salary Range for this job which could be performed in Germany is: 72 030,00 € - €130,300.00

The compensation range displayed in this posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for this position. Within this range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience, and relevant education, training. As part of our total compensation approach, the final offer may include additional pay components and benefits. Your recruiting team will share the confirmed base salary along with any applicable total compensation elements upon employment offer delivery.

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.

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GPU Compiler Engineer (m/f/d) (Fixed-Term Contract)