Sr. GPU Driver & Validation Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a Global Technical Lead focused on test architecture for Gaming and AI/ML products. Responsibilities include developing validation strategies across GPUs and driving continuous improvements. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in computer architecture and be proficient in C/C++ or Python. This position is based in Markham, York Region, Canada, offering a vibrant culture of innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong background in GPU validation, debugging, and performance analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced matrixed technical organization.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of SQA DGPU test architecture and methodology.
• Develop test system architecture and oversee test data quality.
• Mentor junior technical staff.

Skills

Computer architecture

Device drivers

Graphics technologies

C / C++ or Python

Linux Shell Scripts

Bug review and debugging

Automation strategy

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering

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. Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE

This role is a global technical lead position focused on test architecture for AMD’s DGPU Gaming and AI / ML products. You’ll be responsible for defining and driving the validation strategy across multiple GPU product lines. This high-visibility and widely multi-functional role, spanning pre-silicon architecture to post-silicon implementation & product delivery.

THE PERSON

Your curiosity will drive your learning and innovation to improve how we as a group, and an organization, can get better every day. Your peers will provide you a results-oriented and encouraging environment for your career growth, fueling your opportunity to be a part of Delighting Our Customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ownership of SQA DGPU test architecture and methodology.
• Work across engineering teams and subject areas spanning silicon, firmware, hardware, and software.
• Develop test system architecture and oversee test data quality.
• Lead bug‑review and debug meetings, coordinate debug of issues and drive them to closure.
• Drive automation strategy and innovation.
• Pull together meetings, set up clear agendas and follow up on action items.
• Deliver regular progress updates toward program goals.
• Make tough decisions such as priority calls based on partial or incomplete data.
• Proactively drive continuous improvement for post-silicon GPU solutions.
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion.
• Mentor junior technical staff.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Strong background in computer architecture, device drivers, and graphics technologies.
• Experience with GPU validation, debugging, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency in C / C++ or Python, Linux Shell Scripts.
• Product development or systems engineering background with hardware platforms and their software & firmware ecosystems.
• Excellent verbal communication and written, presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, planning, and technical leadership skills.
• Proven record of accomplishment in delivering large multi‑functional product solutions.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced matrixed technical organization and multi‑site environment.
• Product or program management experience.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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