What are the responsibilities and job description for the CPU Tools and Diagnostics Development Engineer position at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc?
WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.
THE ROLE
As a member of the AMD CPU Architecture Team, you will apply your software engineering expertise and understanding of CPU design to develop, enhance, and maintain tools that stress AMD’s processors for functional and operational quality. Your contributions will help improve performance, reliability, and time-to-market for AMD’s CPU cores. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvements in stress and coverage tools based on technical insights and user feedback.
THE PERSON
You are a proactive problem-solver who combines analytical thinking with creativity. You communicate clearly, collaborate effectively, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn and grow. You bring a balanced understanding of both hardware (specifically CPU's) and software, and you’re comfortable working hands-on when needed. You take initiative and enjoy building tools that contribute to the success of cutting-edge technology. Does this describe you? If so, then join us!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, enhance, and maintain stress tools for AMD CPUs.
- Collaborate with CPU design teams to understand and target functionality of micro-architectural features.
- Provide training and documentation to support tool usage across teams.
- Address issues and implement improvements based on user feedback and testing results.
- Participate in CPU micro-benchmarking and silicon validation efforts.
- Work with debug and design teams to identify root causes and resolve issues.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Proficiency in C/C and x86 assembly in a Linux environment.
- Solid understanding of x86 CPU architecture and instruction sets.
- Experience with silicon bring-up, validation, and debugging.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems in dynamic environments.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and functions.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE (Nice to Have)
- Familiarity with CPU product characteristics such as frequency, voltage, thermal design power, and performance.
- Knowledge of Design-for-Test (DFT) and Design-for-Debug (DFD) methodologies.
- Experience with x86 CPU's and Instruction Set Architecture.
- Experience with power management, power-up sequences, clocking, and reset sequences.
- Understanding of system-level architecture including SoC, DRAM/memory, PCIe, and board-level interactions.
- Exposure to silicon debug tools and infrastructure.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
LOCATION:
Austin, TX
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