Senior Staff Engineer (Failure Analysis)

Advanced Micro Devices; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced engineer to support failure analysis and manage strategic development of new technology. The role involves conducting diagnostics on microprocessors, providing technical mentorship, and driving project initiatives across teams. Candidates should possess a Master's/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering and have substantial knowledge in semiconductor processing and IC analysis. This opportunity is based in Singapore, combining technical responsibilities with leadership elements.

Benefits

AMD benefits

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of failure analysis and semiconductor processing.
• Experience in IC design and product/test engineering.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct failure analysis on advanced microprocessors and graphics processors.
• Perform Silicon Debug and diagnostics.
• Drive projects with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Semiconductor wafer processing

IC failure analysis

Device physics

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s / Bachelor Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

CAD

State of the art Tester

Diagnostics

Simulation

Design/Electrical analysis tools

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

To support failure root cause of AMD processors and manage strategic development for new technology in Device Analysis

THE PERSON

You will provide technical supervision or mentoring to junior engineers and influence others as a technical leader. You have the capability assuming the consultative or leadership responsibilities for large projects or product development initiatives, while dealing with internal and external groups on behalf of the group or project. This role allows the opportunity to influence technical decisions that have a significant impact on multiple products or the product line and also report statuses and opportunities to the senior leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Failure analysis of advanced microprocessors and graphics processors based on FINFET technology
• Perform Silicon Debug, Fault Isolation and DFT diagnostics on Advanced Graphics and Microprocessors using state of the art Tester, Diagnostics, Simulation, CAD and Design/Electrical analysis tools.
• Initiate and drive projects with functional group leaders and staff across Design, Silicon Technology Development, Product/Assembly Engineering, Advanced Packaging across sites
• Development of new techniques for advanced technology nodes
• Upscale overall team capabilities and mentoring team members

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• You will have in-depth knowledge of semiconductor wafer processing, IC failure analysis, device physics, standard cell design, RTL, verification, transistor device physics, packaging processes.
• Able to work with cross-department and global teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work in a dynamic, distributed team.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Master’s / Bachelor Degree in Electrical/Electronics engineering with hands on Failure Analysis, IC Design, Product/Test Engineering expertise.

LOCATION

Singapore

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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.