Interconnect Performance Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Austin, TX seeks a Performance Engineer for the Infinity Fabric Architecture to define and deliver high‑performance memory interconnects. You will lead RTL perf analysis and verification for the fabric interconnect, collaborating with architecture, design and modeling teams on state‑of‑the‑art SoC memory systems.

You will drive performance debug across IP and SoC levels in simulation and emulation, develop benchmarks, and advance debugging tooling.

Qualifications

• Experience in RTL performance analysis and debug using hardware simulation or emulation.
• Hands-on with simulation testbench bring-up and new performance test cases.
• System-level performance debug across CPU/GPU/I/O workloads.
• Deep memory system and interconnect design knowledge.
• Proficient in Verilog/SystemVerilog; coding in C/C++ plus scripting.

Responsibilities

• Perform RTL performance analysis and verification for Infinity Fabric Interconnect.
• Provide technical leadership with architecture, design and modeling teams on high-performance SoC memory systems.
• Execute performance verification plans at IP level; support SoC-level performance debug in simulation and emulation.
• Analyze memory system optimizations; develop and run benchmarks in sim/emu environments.
• Debug performance failures; identify bottlenecks; propose RTL/data-driven solutions.
• Enhance debug infrastructure, tooling, and visualization for faster analysis.
• Leverage AI-based tools to improve productivity and workflows.

Skills

RTL perf analysis

Hardware simulation

SystemVerilog

Verilog

C/C++

Python/Perl scripting

Performance debugging

Benchmarking

Debug infrastructure

Data analysis

Technical presentation

Memory system architecture

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Simulation/Emulation platforms

Debug tooling

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believetechnology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMDis shapingthefuture.

Whetheryou’redesigning next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, orbringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger— technologythat moves the world forward.Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.

The Role:

As a member of the Infinity Fabric Architecture and Performance team, you will help define and deliver the next generation of Fabric Interconnects, providing low latency, high efficiency connectivity to the memory system across AMD’s Data Center, Gaming, Client, and Semi-Custom product lines. The Infinity Fabric memory system is a foundational technology across AMD’s product portfolio, offering the opportunity to work on a broad range of market leading SoCs. This is a highly technical, fast paced role at the cutting edge of interconnect, memory system, and simulation driven performance validation. Come join the AMD team!

The Person:

We are seeking a Performance Engineer with deep expertise in hardware simulation and system level performance analysis/verification. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical leadership, clear communication skills, and the ability to independently drive complex performance investigations across globally distributed, multi-site teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform RTL performance analysis and verification for the Infinity Fabric Interconnect.
• Provide technical leadership while collaborating closely with architecture, design, and modeling teams on high‑performance SoC memory system designs.
• Execute performance verification plans at the IP level and support SoC‑level performance debug using both simulation and emulation environments.
• Conduct theoretical analysis of memory system optimizations; develop, run, and analyze benchmarks in simulation and/or emulation environments.
• Debug performance failures, identify design bottlenecks, and propose data‑driven architectural or RTL solutions.
• Develop and enhance debug infrastructure, tooling, and visualization solutions to accelerate performance analysis and root‑cause identification.
• Leverage AI‑based tools and automation to improve engineering productivity and performance analysis workflows.

Preferred Experience:

• Proven experience in RTL performance analysis and debug using hardware simulation/emulation platforms
• Hands‑on experience with simulation testbench bring‑up, configuration, and development of new performance test cases.
• Strong system‑level performance debug experience across complex IP interactions, including CPU, GPU, and I/O workloads.
• Deep understanding of memory system architecture and interconnect design.
• Excellent knowledge of Verilog and SystemVerilog.
• Working knowledge of C, C++, and a scripting language such as Python or Perl.
• Solid understanding of multiprocessor coherency, memory ordering, I/O ordering, interrupts, MMU, and cache architectures.
• Strong debugging, data analysis, and technical presentation skills.

Academic Credentials:

BS, MS, or PhD degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. Advance degree preferred.

Location:

Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.