HSIO Validation Execution Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking a lead for the growing datacenter CPU and AI post-silicon validation team in Austin, TX. This role focuses on high-speed IO and involves developing test plans, collaborating with engineering for root cause analysis, and improving validation strategies. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with server platforms, strong debugging skills, and knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++. A collaborative spirit and innovative mindset are highly valued. Join us at AMD and be part of shaping the future of technology.

This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Deeper domain expertise in areas like IO interfaces (PCIe, CXL).
• Strong understanding of server platform components and x86 architectures.
• Experience in silicon bring-up and debug.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute feature enablement and validation test plans.
• Collaborate with partners for root-cause analysis in a data-center environment.
• Improve post-silicon validation test strategies and methods.

Skills

IO interfaces expertise (PCIe, CXL)

Server platform components understanding

Validation test plans development

Strong debugging skills

Familiarity with C/C++ and Python

Networking and relationship-building

Common lab equipment experience

Board/platform-level debug experience

Organizational skills

Knowledge of pre-silicon environments

Education

BSEE/CSE/CS with 8+ years experience

MSEE/CSE/CS with 6+ years experience

Tools

Protocol/logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

JTAG-based debug 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 involves leading a growing datacenter CPU and AI post‑silicon validation team, focusing on high‑speed IO such as PCI Express, multi‑socket, and networking to drive system validation and debugging of AI GPU systems. As a key contributor to the success of AMD’s products, you will help develop and improve AMD’s ability to deliver the highest‑quality, industry‑leading technologies to market. The Systems Design Engineering and validation team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes and support continuous career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute feature enablement and validation test plans for SoC‑ and system‑level SoC features across AMD Server and AI products in high‑speed IO
• Develop test content for both focus testing as well as system‑level stress testing of IO domain plus cross‑product stress testing
• Expose to functional validation, regression, execution and debugging of Networking/IFoE/IB/UAL/Scale up/Scale out or related domains
• Develop post‑silicon validation infrastructure (software, hardware, automation environment, and lab setup)
• Collaborate with partner organizations to provide root‑cause analysis for platform issues in a data‑center environment and drive analysis for platform level, SoC logical, performance and BIOS/firmware issues
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in developing tools to improve SoC validation and debugging
• Work with cross‑functional teams to improve post‑silicon validation test strategy, methodology, and process

Preferred Experience

• Deeper domain expertise in areas such as IO interfaces—PCIe, CXL, RAS, Power management—to drive comprehensive system‑level test‑plan execution
• Strong understanding of server platform components and x86 or other complex CPU architectures; proficiency with Linux and/or Microsoft operating systems is a plus
• Experience developing validation test plans, execution and strong debugging skills at SoC/platform level
• Participation in silicon bring‑up and debug with support to internal engineering teams
• Familiarity with programming/scripting languages (C/C++, Python, Perl, …)
• Strong networking and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to drive effective decision‑making across various functions and levels within the organization
• Extensive experience with common lab equipment, including protocol/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Extensive experience with board/platform‑level debug, including delivery, sequencing, analysis, and optimization
• Experience with handling and taking captures using oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and JTAG‑based debug tools
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple workstreams and meet tight deadlines
• Knowledge of pre‑silicon environments (verification, emulation, virtual bring‑up) is a plus

Academic Credentials

• BSEE/CSE/CS with 8+ years of experience
• MSEE/CSE/CS with 6+ years of experience

Location

Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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.