Performance Modeling Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc in Austin, TX is looking for a passionate performance architect to analyze and optimize high-performance memory subsystem designs for cloud computing and machine intelligence. The ideal candidate will have expertise in microarchitecture, programming skills in C++ and Python, and a relevant degree.

Join AMD to work on innovative technologies and shape the future of computing while enjoying a culture that fosters collaboration and ingenuity.

Qualifications

• Experience with CPU, GPU, or computer system microarchitecture.
• Experience with the development and usage of computer system performance models.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize high‑performance memory subsystem designs.
• Develop tools for performance analysis of workloads.
• Conduct micro‑benchmarking and workload characterization.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Performance analysis

Workload characterization

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Masters or PhD in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Emphasis on Computer Architecture performance studies

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

Analyze and optimize high‑performance memory subsystem designs for Cloud computing, machine intelligence acceleration, and immersive mobile processing. Propose solutions to enhance performance. Explore and analyze next‑generation memory technologies and scalable interconnects.

The Person

Do you seek the most sophisticated challenges in the computing industry? As a passionate performance architect on our design engineering team, you will propose and implement solutions to processor and system performance issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for micro‑benchmarking, workload characterization, competitive analysis, bottleneck identification, and optimization.
• Develop tools and methodology for performance analysis of workloads.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with CPU, GPU, or computer system microarchitecture.
• Experience with the development and usage of computer system performance models.
• Experience with computer workload analysis.
• Strong programming skills, including experience with C++ and Python (or similar).

Academic Credentials

• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Masters or PhD with emphasis on Computer Architecture performance studies preferred.

Location

Austin, TX

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.