Sr. Product Dev. / Validation Engineer - 82579

Company: AMD
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

What You Do At AMD Changes EverythingAt AMD, we push the boundaries of what is possible. We believe in changing the world for the better by driving innovation in high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization technologies - building blocks for gaming, immersive platforms, and the data center.Developing great technology takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration, respect, and who will go the "extra mile" to achieve unthinkable results. It takes people who have the passion and desire to disrupt the status quo, push boundaries, deliver innovation, and change the world. If you have this type of passion, we invite you to take a look at the opportunities available to come join our team.Post Silicon Validation Engineer / Product Development The RoleTechnical, hands-on engineer responsible for Datacenter Server SoC Post-Silicon features validation and enablement at the silicon SoC level up through BIOS, system firmware, and OS levels on AMD Server products. This individual will be primarily responsible for interfacing with silicon, firmware, and platform design groups to develop and execute validation test plans for Datacenter Server SoC products during emulation and post-silicon bring-up / validation, to debug SoC feature issues, and to run and maintain validation infrastructure.Key Responsibilities* Drive post-silicon debug efforts to identify root cause and resolution of AMD's newest Server SoC* Perform system-level debug and root cause analysis to narrow down the issues to various HW/SW blocks* Develop and execute feature enablement and validation test plans for SoC- and system-level SoC features across all AMD Server products* Develop post-silicon validation infrastructure (software, hardware, automation environment, and lab setup)* Test interactions between various SoC features using validation infrastructure.* Work with cross-functional teams to improve post-silicon validation test strategy, methodology, and process.* Leading collaborative technical discussions to drive resolution on technical issues and roll out technical initiatives.* Be able to work in a high demand, fast paced environment with lots of real-time problem solving and critical thinking.Required Experience* Knowledge of computer hardware architecture (CPU/APU, x86, pcie, memory, bus logic) and software architecture (driver, bios, firmware usage)* Understanding of modern x86 microprocessor architecture and Server platform architecture is highly desired.* Experience developing validation methodologies and infrastructure.* Test plan and test development experience * Participated in silicon bring up and debug, support to internal engineering teams.* Able to execute and drive success of programs with multiple projects on the go.* Debug skills at both SoC and system level* Familiarity with programming / scripting language (C/C++, Python, Perl, ...)* Working knowledge of Server OSes (Linux, Windows Server)* Must be a self-starting team player with excellent communication skills who can work with minimal guidance.* Forward thinker that drives improvement to development process, code architecture and fosters a spirit of innovation and continuous improvement.* Strong verbal and written English communication skills.Preferred Experience* Working knowledge of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and protocol analyzers* Hypervisor experience is a plus with regards to security encryption in virtualized environments* Self-organizing and the ability to multitask based on priorities.Academic Credentials* Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Electronics / Computer Science related with a minimum 2-5 years of experience in SoC validation and debug.LOCATION:Austin, TexasRequisition Number: 82579Country: United States State: Texas City: AustinJob Function: Product EngineeringAMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. We consider candidates regardless of age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status. Please click here for more information.

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