Senior Staff Silicon Design Engineer

AMD Ventures; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Singapore seeks an experienced engineer to lead advanced device development and reliability engineering, translating device physics into robust process integration. You will collaborate across global teams to drive qualification and design guidelines for next‑generation CMOS technologies.

The role requires hands‑on experience in semiconductor tech, SPICE modeling, and scripting, with a Master’s degree and PhD preferred. This is a full‑time on‑site position in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Candidates hold a Master’s degree with PhD preferred in a related field and have a strong background in CMOS technology and device physics.
• Extensive hands-on experience in semiconductor technology development, reliability engineering and process optimization.
• Proven ability to work with SPICE simulations and scripting for modeling and automation.

Responsibilities

• Drive advanced device development and process integration activities leveraging device physics knowledge.
• Support technology development, qualification and ramp ensuring robust device performance.
• Lead or support reliability engineering to identify key failure mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain design guidelines for TDDB, aging, and electromigration.
• Collaborate with DTCO, design and technology teams to optimize design-process interactions.

Skills

Device physics

Process optimization

Reliability engineering

SPICE

Scripting languages

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

SPICE simulation

Scripting languages

Job description

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 candidate is responsible for driving advanced device development, reliability engineering, and process integration to enable robust technology development and qualification. This position plays a critical role in supporting next‑generation technology exploration through close collaboration with DTCO, design, and technology teams across global sites.

The Person

This role requires a proactive mindset and the ability to work independently, while also demonstrating strong collaboration skills within a team‑oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive advanced device development and process integration activities, leveraging deep understanding of semiconductor device physics and process optimization.
• Support technology development, qualification, and ramp, ensuring robust device performance and manufacturability.
• Lead or support reliability engineering efforts, including identification and analysis of key failure mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain design guidelines for TDDB, aging, and electromigration, translating foundry reliability rules into actionable design practices.
• Collaborate closely with DTCO, design, and technology teams to optimize design‑process interactions.

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor technology development, with a strong background in device physics, process optimization, and reliability engineering.
• Proven experience in advanced CMOS technologies (e.g., FinFET, GAA, or equivalent advanced nodes).
• Solid understanding of device reliability fundamentals and process‑device interactions.
• Demonstrated experience with SPICE simulation and related scripting or programming languages.

Academic Credentials

• Master’s degree required; Doctoral degree preferred.
• Field of study: Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.

Location
Singapore

AMD is an equal‑opportunity, inclusive employer 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. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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