Bret Toll
About Bret Toll
Bret Toll is a Distinguished Engineer specializing in CPU architecture, currently working at Ampere since 2018. He previously spent 25 years at Intel Corporation as a Senior Principal Engineer and has a strong educational background in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Work at Ampere
Bret Toll has been employed at Ampere as a Distinguished Engineer in CPU Architecture since 2018. In this role, he focuses on advancing CPU architecture technologies. His expertise contributes to the development of high-performance computing solutions. He operates in the Portland, Oregon area, where he applies his extensive experience in CPU design and engineering.
Previous Experience at Intel Corporation
Before joining Ampere, Bret Toll worked at Intel Corporation for 25 years, from 1993 to 2018. He held the position of CPU Architect - Senior Principal Engineer during his tenure. His work at Intel involved significant contributions to CPU architecture, influencing the design and performance of various processors. He was based in Hillsboro, Oregon, where he collaborated with teams on numerous projects.
Education and Expertise
Bret Toll earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Portland State University, studying from 1985 to 1990. He furthered his education at the Oregon Graduate Institute, where he obtained a Master's degree in Computer Engineering with a focus on CPU Architecture from 1995 to 2000. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in CPU design and engineering.
Early Career at Mentor Graphics
Bret Toll began his professional career at Mentor Graphics, where he worked as a Production Testing Engineer from 1990 to 1992. This role allowed him to gain valuable experience in testing and validating electronic systems, contributing to his understanding of engineering processes and practices in the technology sector.