Python Developer in Test

Advanced Micro Devices; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Cambridge seeks a Python Developer in Test to enhance system-level validation of networking technologies. The role involves designing automated tests and analyzing product performance under various conditions. Candidates should possess strong Python skills, an understanding of software engineering principles, and a degree in a scientific or engineering field. This opportunity offers a collaborative work environment and room for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a similar role, or entry-level with demonstrated initiative.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent design and code development skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, write, and execute comprehensive test cases using modern test frameworks.
• Analyze results and present findings clearly and concisely.
• Work across functional teams to understand product design and lifecycle.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Software Engineering principles

Data structures and algorithms

Operating Systems concepts

Multi-threaded programming

Networking protocols (TCP/IP, RDMA)

Education

Degree in a scientific or engineering subject

Tools

Linux

Modern software 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.

Together, we advance your career.

PYTHON DEVELOPER IN TEST

AMD are currently expanding the team responsible for System-level validation of our cutting-edge, networking, low-latency Ethernet Adapters, and SmartNIC technology in our Data Centre Group and are seeking senior engineers.

This is a position that focuses on System-level Testing.

As part of a larger team, you will play a pivotal role in helping to test our solutions to ensure they meet the end-customer requirements, utilizing a comprehensive framework of heavily automated test suites. These aren’t just simple scripts, but are powerful, multi-threaded test harnesses that stress our products to the limit, verifying that they do what they’re supposed to and are reliable in the face of adverse conditions.

Role/Responsibilities

Essential to product development in the AMD Datacentre group are our division’s set of automated test systems which provide continuous product validation and verification, and which continuously produce large datasets of information that need analysis and triage.

You will design, write, execute and support comprehensive test cases using modern test frameworks, based on defined and extrapolated use cases.

In close collaboration with a development team during the test cycle of our products, you will be using our home-grown tool chain to run literally tens of thousands of test cases, analyse the results, present results clearly and concisely, and dig deeper into the issues found to gain an understanding of the problem.

The role requires working across functional teams, with significant opportunities to learn about all aspects of the product design and lifecycle.

Requirements

We are seeking engineers with typically 2-4 years’ experience in a similar role, but will consider talented entry-level candidates who can demonstrate initiative and show experience with complex problem solving.

• Must be especially adept with Python, but C/C++ experience is a bonus
• Solid understanding of Software Engineering principles, Data structure, algorithms, Operating Systems concepts and multi-threadedprogramming
• Excellent design and code development skills, familiarity with Linux and modern software tools and techniques for development
• Possess an inquisitive and curious nature, eager to understand how things work, and to get to the root-cause of issues
• Be able to demonstrate strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, teamwork and good interpersonal communication
• Ideally be familiar with networking protocols (TCP/IP, RDMA), but this is not essential

Academic Credentials

• A degree in a scientific or engineering subject, an equivalent qualification, or, alternatively, relevant professional experience

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.