Compiler Engineer

Intel Corporation

Compiler Engineer developing Intel's open-source LLVM-based compiler stack. Enabling language standards and optimized CPU/GPU computing through Clang, SYCL, and compiler innovation.

Posted 9/1/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$155,888 - CA$220,069 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compiler development using the LLVM framework, with a strong background in C/C++ programming and contributions to open-source projects. Proficient in optimizing compiler performance and collaborating with industry standards committees.

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LLVM Framework ExpertiseC/C++ ProgrammingCompiler Development ExperienceOpen-Source ContributionsProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

C/C++Object-Oriented ProgrammingData StructuresCompiler DevelopmentOptimization PassesCode GenerationFrontend IntegrationTechnical ContributionsLanguage StandardsSYCL

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingProactive Solution Pursuit

Tools & Technologies

Intel Compiler StackOneAPIClang

Industry Keywords

Open-Source CommunityCompiler SolutionsPerformance ScalabilityPortabilityStandards Committees

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop new features for Intel's open-source compiler stack
Enable the latest language standards
Collaborate upstream with members of the Clang open-source community
Collaborate across the industry to deliver effective compiler solutions
Build compilers or compiler components using the LLVM framework
Contribute to Intel's LLVM-based C, C++, SYCL, and Fortran compilers
Support compiler performance, scalability, and portability across Intel CPU and GPU platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics or a related technical discipline and 5+ years of experience OR Master's in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics or related technical fields and 3+ years of experience
Experience in C/C++, object-oriented programming, and data structures
Hands-on compiler development experience
Demonstrated history of technical contributions to open-source projects
Demonstrated history of technical contributions to Clang (commit history, patches, reviews)
Core LLVM expertise, including hands-on experience building compilers or compiler components using the LLVM framework
Experience with optimization passes, code generation, or frontend integration
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Ability to proactively pursue solutions
Intermediate-level C/C++ with deep understanding of language constructs
oneAPI or similar vendor toolchain development is a preferred qualification
Participation in standards committees (C, C++, Khronos, etc.) is a preferred qualification
Must live and work in Canada

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully home-based work model until the future Toronto office is operational
Remote work with only occasional attendance at Intel sites based on business need
Accessibility accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities