Staff Emulation Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a Senior Emulation Engineer to enhance their capabilities in security validation. This role involves developing security test plans, debugging SOC programs, and collaborating with various technical teams to ensure timely and high-quality technology delivery. Candidates should have experience in emulation platforms and possess strong analytical skills. A degree in electrical or computer engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with SOC design debugging techniques.
• Experience in validating hardware design using emulation.
• Must be a self-starter and able to independently drive tasks to completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop security test plans and validate AMD security scenarios.
• Debug issues found during various phases of SOC programs.
• Track test execution and ensure timely validation of features.

Skills

Emulation platforms experience (Palladium, Zebu, Veloce)

Debugging skills

Analytical/problem-solving skills

Attention to details

Knowledge of protocols (SPI, DDR, SATA, USB, etc.)

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer engineering

Tools

Emulation waveform viewers

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

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Senior Emulation Engineer to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of AMD’s product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry leading technologies to market. The Server Emulation team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development.

THE PERSON

As a SMTS Systems Design Engineer, you will work on validating AMD security feature on Pre Si Emulation Platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Security test plan development & validating AMD Security scenarios (Authentication of firmware/images, root of trust handling, etc.) on Emulator
• Debugging issues found during the process, bring‑up, validation, and production phases of SOC programs
• Working with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on time
• Working closely with supporting technical teams
• Engaging in other software/hardware modeling frameworks
• Leading collaborative approach with multiple teams

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with emulation platforms like Palladium, Zebu, Veloce
• Soc Design Debug techniques and methodologies
• Experience debugging failures using emulation waveform viewers, log files and microcode trace dumps.
• Experience in validating H/W Design using emulation
• Knowledge of one or more protocols; SPI, DDR, SATA, USB, AXI, PCI, PCIe, MIPI, WLAN or I2C
• Extensive knowledge of system architecture, technical debug, and validation strategy
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills and pronounced attention to details
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer 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.