Staff Electrical Validation Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an experienced MTS Electrical Validation Engineer in Penang, Malaysia. The role requires leading and coordinating engineering projects, defining electrical validation requirements, and hands-on characterization of electrical interfaces. The ideal candidate holds over 7 years of experience in hardware architecture and circuit design, with strong technical and communication skills. Join the team to innovate high-quality solutions for the datacenter server market. Benefits include comprehensive options as detailed at AMD.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in hardware architecture, logic/circuit design, and implementation.
• Experience with DDR4/5, LPDDR4/5 standards, and PCIe4/5.
• Skilled in high-speed circuit testing and DFT methods.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering projects, ensuring alignment with AMD management.
• Define and develop IO electrical validation requirements and test coverages.
• Conduct hands-on measurement and characterization of Post-Si IO electrical interfaces.
• Own and drive the debugging of Post-Si electrical issues.

Skills

Electrical validation

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Hardware architecture

Programming languages (C/C++, Python, Perl)

Server OS (Linux, Windows Server)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

TDR

VNA

MS Office

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

MS SharePoint

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:

We are seeking a highly skilled MTS Electrical Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role combines technical expertise in electrical validation with program management responsibilities to ensure the successful delivery of Datacenter Server SoC Post‑Silicon IO interfaces. You will be instrumental in driving innovative, efficient, and high‑quality solutions that are customer‑focused and aligned with our strategic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and coordinate engineering projects, ensuring alignment with AMD management and technical guidance.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders in product planning, development, and validation activities.
• Monitor and control project schedules and scopes, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to objectives.
• Facilitate team communications and reviews with management and customers, providing clear status updates and progress reports.
• Define and develop IO electrical validation requirements and test coverages to ensure compliance and success at the platform level.
• Develop and manage comprehensive validation strategies, plans, and schedules by integrating inputs from various engineering and business departments.
• Conduct hands‑on measurement and characterization of Post‑Si IO electrical interfaces using advanced lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, TDR, VNA, and more.
• Own and drive the debugging of Post‑Si electrical issues, collaborating with hardware, BIOS, firmware, and OS teams to recommend effective solutions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of experience in hardware architecture, logic/circuit design, and implementation.
• Experience with DDR4/5, LPDDR4/5, U/R/LR DIMM JEDEC standards, PCIe4/5.
• Familiarity with programming/scripting languages (C/C++, Python, Perl, etc.).
• Working knowledge of Server OSes (Linux, Windows Server).
• Familiarity with high‑speed circuit testing and DFT methods.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to function independently in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Skilled in MS Office, MS Project, Confluence, MS SharePoint, and Jira.
• PMP certification is a plus.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

BENEFITS:

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

EEO STATEMENT:

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.