Sr. Manager Formal Design Verification Engineer

AMD; Markham; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD seeks a senior leader to manage a large Formal Verification team, driving strategy and execution across critical IPs used in AMD products. You will mentor engineers, shape verification methodologies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role demands extensive FPV expertise, strong communication, and a track record of improving team efficiency and planning complex projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive FPV experience and leadership of engineering teams.
• Strong communication, writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to mentor engineers across levels and drive efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performance Formal Verification team and nurture talent.
• Lead and improve methodology for full Formal Signoff.
• Plan, execute, and meet verification commitments on critical IPs used in AMD products.
• Collaborate with leaders of other teams to drive AMD's success.

Skills

FPV

Team leadership

Mentoring

Automation

Project planning

Communication

Education

Bachelors in computer or electrical engineering

Tools

Formal Verification 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 seeks a passionate, collaborative leader with strong technical skills. You will manage an expert team of over twenty Formal Verification Engineers and help us grow and expand our capabilities and scope.

The Person

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with FPV and believes the industry should use more of it. You also have experience leading and managing engineers. You have excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performance Formal Verification team and nurture talent
• Lead and improve best-in-class methodology for full Formal Signoff
• Plan, execute, and meet verification commitments on critical IPs that are used in every AMD product
• Collaborate with leaders of other teams to drive AMD's success

Preferred Experience

• A strong leader with experience:
  • Managing high performance engineering teams
  • Mentoring and coaching engineers with a wide seniority range
  • Improving team efficiency with automation
  • Planning projects and meeting commitments
• Hands‑on technical experience:
  • Strong past in Formal Verification
  • Prior experience with other verification methods
  • Other chip development experience is beneficial
  • Strong communications skills for all audiences
  • Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
  • Must be a self-starter and self-motivated

Academic Credentials

• Bachelors or greater degree in computer or electrical engineering

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's Responsible AI Policy is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.