Manager Sys/Test Validation Eng.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) in Austin, TX is seeking a System Test Engineering Manager to lead system test efforts for next-generation accelerator products through development and high-volume manufacturing.

You will define system-level test strategy and ensure coverage for functionality, compatibility, and reliability while guiding a distributed team. You will mentor engineers, collaborate with design, product engineering, operations, and business partners, and drive execution in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience leading system test or validation teams in semiconductor product development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for senior/director level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of system test engineers supporting Instinct accelerator product development.
• Define and execute system-level test strategies spanning presilicon planning, postsilicon bring-up, customer samples, and manufacturing readiness.
• Drive alignment on test coverage, validation readiness, and quality metrics across lab, manufacturing, and customer environments.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Engineering teams.
• Oversee planning and execution for system test deliverables, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Identify risks and drive mitigation plans; escalations as needed.

Skills

System test leadership

Semiconductor product development

People management

Test strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

Office

Windows OS

Job description

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THE ROLE:

As a System Test Engineering Manager within the Product Development Group, you will lead system test engineering efforts that enable AMD's nextgeneration accelerator products from early development through highvolume manufacturing. This role is responsible for defining systemlevel test strategy, driving execution across lab, manufacturing, and customer environments, and ensuring robust coverage for functionality, compatibility, and reliability.

You will manage and mentor a team of system test engineers while working crossfunctionally with design, product engineering, operations, and business partners to ensure products meet quality, schedule, and customer expectations. This role combines technical leadership, people management, and strong execution ownership in a fastpaced product development environment.

THE PERSON:

You are a collaborative and resultsdriven engineering leader with a strong background in system test and product development. You balance technical depth with people leadership, are comfortable guiding teams through complex and ambiguous challenges, and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You take ownership, proactively remove obstacles, and are motivated by delivering highquality products to market through strong team execution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage a team of system test engineers supporting Instinct accelerator product development
• Define and execute systemlevel test strategies spanning presilicon planning, postsilicon bringup, customer samples, and highvolume manufacturing
• Drive alignment on test coverage, validation readiness, and quality metrics across lab, manufacturing, and customer environments
• Partner crossfunctionally with Design, Product Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, and Customer Engineering teams
• Oversee planning and execution for system test deliverables, schedules, and resource allocation
• Identify technical, schedule, and quality risks; drive mitigation plans and escalation as needed
• Communicate program and execution status, risks, and recommendations to senior and executive leadership
• Collaborate closely with globally distributed teams, including Asiabased engineering and operations organizations
• Champion continuous improvement in test methodologies, tools, processes, and team execution

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience leading system test or validation teams in semiconductor product development
• Strong background supporting GPU, accelerator, or complex SoCbased products
• Experience with presilicon planning, postsilicon validation, customer sampling, and manufacturing readiness
• Proven people management experience, including hiring, mentoring, and performance development
• Experience working in complex, crossfunctional, and geographically distributed engineering environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting status and recommendations to senior or directorlevel leadership
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft tools (e.g., Office, Windows OS) for planning, tracking, and reporting

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred

LOCATION:

Austin, Texas

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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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.