Validation Execution Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a Validation Execution Engineer in Penang, Malaysia. This role is crucial for planning and executing validation tasks for silicon and firmware to ensure quality deliverables. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Computer Science, relevant validation experience, and strong skills in Python scripting. The company fosters a collaborative environment focusing on innovation and quality, offering competitive benefits.

Benefits

AMD benefits at a glance

Qualifications

• Experience in validation or test engineering, including internships.
• Basic understanding of computer architecture (CPU/GPU, memory, I/O).
• Strong attention to detail and clear documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute validation activities for silicon and firmware.
• Prepare test environments based on validation plans.
• Execute various tests and perform issue triage.

Skills

Validation experience

Attention to detail

Python scripting

Familiarity with lab tools

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Linux

Windows

Oscilloscopes

Protocol analyzers

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

The Validation Execution Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting validation activities for silicon, firmware, and system features. You will translate program requirements into detailed test plans, set up lab environments, run validation tests, triage issues across hardware/firmware/software boundaries, and deliver high‑quality, timely results back to validation manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn AMD silicon and system features; understand new features in silicon, BIOS, firmware, SW, etc. Develop personal technical capability on each IP/Domain.
• Prepare and configure test environments, including hardware, firmware, drivers, and OS environments (Linux/Windows) according to validation plan’s requirements.
• Execute functional, stress, performance and regression tests per plan.
• Perform first‑level issue triage, reproduce issues, capture high‑quality logs/traces, and document defects clearly.
• Collaborate with global validation team, developer team and debug team for issue debug, fix verification.
• Write and maintain Python scripts to automate test execution.
• Provide concise daily/weekly status updates with coverage progress, defects and risks.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience in validation, test engineering, or related lab/automation work (internships count).
• Basic understanding of computer architecture and SoC/platform components (CPU/GPU, memory, I/O).
• Comfortable in Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience with lab equipment and tools: oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers (PCIe/USB), or willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong attention to detail, disciplined test execution, and clear documentation.
• Python scripting for automation is a plus.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree (MS) preferred.

LOCATION

Penang, Malaysia

Benefits offered: 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.