Pre‑Silicon Power Modeling Leader — x86 SoCs

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is seeking a motivated professional to lead SoC-level pre-silicon power modeling in Austin, TX. You will ensure accurate power estimates for advanced computing architectures by collaborating across various technical teams.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S./M.S. in Engineering with experience in power modeling, EDA tools like PowerArtist and PrimeTime PX, and a solid understanding of DVFS/AVFS strategies. This is a hybrid position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience building top-level SoC power models correlated to silicon.
• Proven ability to define DVFS/AVFS strategies and drive requirements.
• Hands-on experience with EDA tools and Python for automation.

Responsibilities

• Own the SoC power model delivering accurate power estimates.
• Define use-case power envelopes across various segments.
• Lead tool flows and automation for stakeholder reporting.

Skills

SoC power modeling

DVFS/AVFS strategies

Python for automation

EDA/tooling expertise

x86 micro-architecture knowledge

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

PowerArtist

PrimeTime PX

Python

Job description

Overview

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

AMD’s embedded and client x86 programs demand first‑time‑right silicon. You will lead SoC‑level pre‑silicon power modeling—owning the methodology, models, and cross‑functional influence that translate into accurate Perf/Watt projections, robust DVFS/AVFS plans, and silicon correlation that de‑risks program power budgets.

The Person

• Demonstrated experience building top‑level SoC power models with high correlation to silicon, including IP‑level VBM integration and workload‑based projections.
• Hands‑on with EDA/tooling: PowerArtist, PrimeTime PX (or equivalents), activity annotation (FSDB/VCD), UPF/CPF power intent, Python for automation.
• Deep knowledge of x86 micro‑architecture (CPU pipelines, caches), GPU/NPU basics, memory subsystems, interconnect/fabric behavior, and power delivery/PDN interactions.
• Proven ability to define DVFS/AVFS strategies and drive FW telemetry requirements; familiarity with EDC/TDC/CaC semantics and their impact on power.
• A validated SoC power model & scorecard that anchors program power budgets and executive reviews.
• Workload‑specific DVFS/AVFS tables and telemetry specs for FW/BIOS enablement.
• Correlation reports (estimated vs. measured) and recommendations that accelerate first‑time‑right silicon.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the SoC power model end‑to‑end using AMD’s converged methodology, delivering accurate workload‑based power estimates for CPU/GPU/NPU, fabric/interconnect, memory, and I/O.
• Define use‑case power envelopes across automotive, networking, storage, industrial, and robotics segments; partner with product/marketing to derive representative workloads and KPIs.
• Drive DVFS/AVFS strategy (P‑states, C‑states, voltage/frequency points), telemetry requirements, and FW hand‑offs based on model outputs; provide early tables and guardrails to FW/BIOS.
• Establish IP/subsystem power budgets; run sensitivity studies to guide architectural decisions (e.g., cache sizes, fabric frequencies, NPU/GPU configurations).
• Build repeatable model‑to‑silicon correlation plans (CaC/static/dynamic splits, EDC/TDC interactions, droop mitigation) and maintain a power scorecard for program reviews.
• Lead tool flows & automation (e.g., PowerArtist, PrimeTime PX; Python‑based pipelines) to ingest activity (FSDB/VCD), generate reports, and publish dashboards for stakeholders.
• Collaborate across Architecture, RTL/Design, Physical Design, FW/BIOS, and System PnP to ensure converged Perf/Watt outcomes from concept through bring‑up.

Preferred Experience

• Segment experience modeling power for automotive (AEC‑Q100/ASIL) use‑cases, networking throughput workloads, storage I/O patterns, industrial/robotics duty cycles.
• System performance modeling familiarity (GEM5/Simics/SystemC) to align Perf/Watt predictions and bottleneck analysis with architecture teams.
• Experience creating PnP dashboards/regressions (Python/Jenkins/Grafana/InfluxDB) for continuous tracking.

Academic Credentials

• B.S./M.S. in EE/CE/CS (or related) with strong industry experience in SoC pre‑silicon power modeling/estimation and cross‑domain collaboration.

Location

Austin, TX (Hybrid)

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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