Software Validation Engineer

Workplays; Województwo pomorskie; On-site; PLN 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Gdansk, Poland, is seeking a Software Validation Engineer to join the Validation Automation team. You will help validate graphics technologies like FidelityFX Super Resolution and ML-driven rendering across various engines, platforms, and GPU architectures.

The role involves building automated validation frameworks, executing tests on Windows and Linux, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines to ensure high visual quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Strong Python programming and test automation experience.
• Solid understanding of software testing principles and frameworks.
• Knowledge of real-time rendering pipelines and graphics fundamentals.
• Experience evaluating visual quality and rendering artifacts (ghosting, flickering, blurring).
• Familiarity with GPU debugging/profiling tools (RenderDoc, PIX, RGP).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a high-performing validation automation team delivering reliable and scalable solutions.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated validation frameworks and integration tests.
• Perform both automated and exploratory testing in Windows and Linux environments.
• Build and optimize CI/CD workflows to ensure visual quality, performance, stability, and non-regression across models, platforms, GPUs, drivers, and OS versions.
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with feature teams, developers, and project managers.
• Report and track defects using standard tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Participate in code reviews and Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
• Continuously improve validation methodologies and tooling.

Skills

Python programming

Test automation

Software testing principles

Debugging & analytical skills

Agile/Scrum ceremonies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science/engineering

Tools

CI/CD systems

Git

GitHub Actions

RenderDoc/PIX/RGP

Job description

Job Title:

Software Validation Engineer

Location:

Gdansk, Poland

Requisition ID:

86359

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.

THE ROLE:

Join AMD’s Validation Automation team and help deliver cutting-edge graphics technologies, such as upscaling, frame generation, and ML-driven rendering, to millions of gamers worldwide. In this role, you’ll work at the intersection of graphics, machine learning, and real-world product integration. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers to validate and optimize features like FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) across diverse engines, platforms, and GPU architectures.

THE PERSON:

If you enjoy gaming, experimenting with hardware, and understanding how modern rendering pipelines work, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on technologies used by leading game developers and end users.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Contribute to a high-performing validation automation team delivering reliable and scalable solutions
• Design, develop, and maintain automated validation frameworks and integration tests
• Perform both automated and exploratory testing in Windows and Linux environments
• Build and optimize CI/CD workflows to ensure visual quality, performance, stability, and non-regression across models, platforms, GPUs, drivers, and OS versions
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and provide actionable recommendations
• Collaborate closely with feature teams, developers, and project managers
• Report and track defects using standard tools (e.g., JIRA)
• Participate in code reviews and Agile/Scrum ceremonies
• Continuously improve validation methodologies and tooling

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Strong Python programming and test automation development experience
• Solid understanding of software testing principles and frameworks
• Good understanding of real-time rendering pipelines and graphics fundamentals
• Experience evaluating visual quality and identifying rendering artifacts (e.g., ghosting, flickering, blurring)
• Knowledge of image quality metrics (e.g., SSIM, PSNR) or perceptual validation techniques
• Experience with performance testing and benchmarking (FPS, frame time analysis)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD systems supporting automated test workflows
• Ability to design validation strategies across multiple hardware, driver, and OS configurations
• Strong debugging and analytical skills in complex software/hardware environments
• Familiarity with GPU debugging/profiling tools (e.g., RenderDoc, PIX, RGP)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and version control (Git)
• Experience working in Windows and/or Linux environments

NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with C/C++
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems (e.g., GitHub Actions)
• Background in graphics programming or game development
• Basic understanding of how graphics features integrate with engines (e.g., Unreal Engine / Unity pipelines)
• Experience with DirectX 12 or Vulkan
• Familiarity with shader concepts (HLSL/GLSL basics)
• Awareness of temporal upscaling techniques

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.