RTL Design Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a talented individual for a role in microarchitectural design and RTL implementation. The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineers to develop cutting-edge features for next-generation products. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, good communication abilities, and relevant experience in the ASIC industry. This position is located in Vancouver, BC, Canada or Markham, Ontario, Canada.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of overall design experience in the ASIC industry.
• Familiar with high-speed protocols such as PCIe, CXL, SATA/SAS, USB.
• Knowledge in digital design and RTL implementation.
• Experience in low power design and methodology.

Responsibilities

• Microarchitectural design and RTL implementation of IP features.
• Participate in design specification and RTL code reviews.
• Collaborate with Design Verification team to execute on design features.
• Analyze RTL design for power and timing optimization.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS degree in Electronics/Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

HDL (VHDL/Verilog)

SystemVerilog

Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools

Job description

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.

THE ROLE

AMD is looking for motivated individuals seeking opportunities to solve complex problems in a fast‑paced work environment. Successful candidate will be involved in the microarchitectural design and RTL implementation of AMD’s PCI Express (PCIe) and Compute Express Link (CXL) IP used for our next‑generation servers, clients, GPU, and semi‑custom products. The team works in a collaborative environment with IP and system architects to define cutting‑edge features and solutions to enable execution of AMD’s aggressive product roadmap.

THE PERSON

• Enjoys being in a collaborative environment where they can grow and learn with sense of pride.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Eager to learn new designs techniques and new protocols.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Microarchitectural design and RTL implementation of IP features.
• Participate in design specification and RTL code reviews.
• Collaborate with Design Verification team to execute on design features.
• Analyze RTL design for power and timing optimization.
• Improve the development flow targeting quality and efficiency using latest methodologies, including vendor tools and Artificial Intelligence.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of overall design experience in the ASIC industry.
• Familiar with industry standard high‑speed protocols such as PCIe, CXL, SATA/SAS, USB.
• Knowledge in digital design and RTL implementation.
• Knowledge in synthesis and timing analysis to achieve timing closure.
• Experience in HDL (VHDL/Verilog), HVL (SystemVerilog) and SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA).
• Experience in design with multiple clock domains.
• Experience in low power design and methodology.
• Exposure to Makefile and other scripting languages like Perl, Python and Ruby.
• Experience with state‑of‑the‑art industry standard Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• BS (or higher) degree in Electronics/Electrical or Computer Engineering desired.

LOCATION

• Vancouver, BC, Canada or Markham, Ontario, Canada

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to 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, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.