Power and Performance Automation Staff Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global semiconductor company located in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking an Automation Engineer to automate test execution and enhance data analytics capabilities for post-silicon power and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will have a background in computer engineering, experience in software development, and proficiency in languages such as Python and C++. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in software development, preferably related to post-silicon validation or test automation.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, C#, or Ruby.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture and power/performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to understand power and performance test procedures.
• Translate manual procedures into automated processes.
• Develop reports using Power BI or Sigma.
• Maintain and troubleshoot automation frameworks.
• Document test procedures and automation scripts.

Skills

Post-silicon validation

Test automation

Data visualization

Python

C/C++

C#

Ruby

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Sigma

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’s Strategic Silicon Solutions group is responsible for custom silicon for advanced gaming platforms such as XBOX, PlayStation and Steam Deck. As an Automation Engineer in the Post‑Silicon Power and Performance Optimization team, you will help us automate test execution and enhance our data analytics capabilities. To do this, you will partner with our central automation team to capture requirements, develop automated workloads and create reports to summarize power and performance results.

THE PERSON

We are looking for a software engineer with a background in computer architecture, demonstrated experience automating post‑silicon power and performance tasks and who enjoys working hands on with prototype systems and test equipment. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive and has a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple sites to understand power and performance test procedures and methods for analyzing data.
• Translate manual procedures into automated processes that can run as part of our internal automation framework.
• Develop reports using Power BI or Sigma to automate the analysis of data generated through automated test execution.
• Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting the automation framework and test setups.
• Document test procedures, automation scripts and data analysis methods.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• 5‑10 years of experience in software development, preferably related to post‑silicon validation or test automation.
• Proficiency in languages such as Python, C/C++, C# or Ruby and experience with automation frameworks and tools.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools like Power BI or Sigma.
• Understanding of computer architecture and power and performance metrics.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

LOCATION

Penang, Malaysia

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.