System-on-Chip (SoC) Lead

Advanced Micro Devices; Markham; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in York Region, Canada, is seeking a System-on-Chip (SoC) Lead to develop micro-architecture specifications and refine execution methodologies. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires strong scripting skills in Perl, Tcl, or Python. The ideal candidate should possess a solid foundation in digital design, excellent communication skills, and the ability to solve complex technical issues. Join us to shape the future of computing and accelerate your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Inclusive and diverse work culture

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in digital design concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle pre-silicon technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop micro-architecture specifications for chip designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Automate inefficient execution flows.

Skills

Computer Architecture

Digital Logic Design

Scripting (Perl, Tcl, Python)

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Verilog

SystemVerilog

UVM

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

As a System‑on‑Chip (SoC) Lead, you will be responsible for developing micro‑architecture specifications and refining execution methodologies for cutting‑edge chip designs. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams, apply industry‑standard tools and flows, and play a key role in driving project success across architecture, verification, and physical design. This role offers flexibility and visibility—In some way you get to choose what you want to do in terms of your role and visibility.

THE PERSON

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in Computer Architecture, Digital Logic Design and Verification, Design for Test, Synthesis, Static Timing Analysis, Power Verification and optimization, Physical Design aspects like Floorplan, Full chip timing, Place and Route and Utilization experiments. While we do understand that it is very difficult to have knowledge on expected areas, the candidate should have strong foundation in digital design to pick up the necessary concepts and should strive to continuously learn on the job. Excellent communication, organization and teamwork skills are paramount, as is the ability to identify and tackle different problems with diligence, whether it is a tool, flow or process issue, or any pre‑silicon technical issue. Expertise in scripting (Perl, Tcl or Python) is a must. You should be able strike a balance between collaborative problem‑solving and independent solution development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Study both high‑level and micro‑architecture specifications and use Computer Architecture knowledge and background to gain an in depth understanding of new features or changes proposed in new projects.
• Automate (using scripting language) any execution flow that lacks efficiency or consumes more time to complete after discussing the overall picture and required data structure to make that happen.
• Study/Understand full chip floorplan and come up with Network on Chip by considering different factors stemming from behavioral design to physical design.
• Write comprehensive documents spelling out details of one work and train other while moving on to another task.
• Manage and monitor changes in the given tasks as project matures and be quick on the feet to re‑align with new or different requirements.
• Write and edit csh, perl, python or ruby scripts to automate work as needed.
• Research and document various pre silicon execution methods and thereby helping leads in assessing and coin new methodologies.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Strong understanding of Computer Architecture and Digital Design concepts.
• Strong background in STA, Clocks and Power optimization techniques.
• Experience with Verilog or SystemVerilog and UVM (preferred)
• Familiarity with scripting languages: perl or tcl or ruby or Bash or python, etc.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems independently along with great teamwork skills.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

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.

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.