Principal System Test Validation Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices is seeking a Lead System Debug Engineer to drive the debugging process for their EPYC Server and Instinct products in Austin, TX. The role involves managing complex debugging efforts, ensuring timely resolutions, and driving innovation in debug methodologies.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering, with over 15 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a global setting are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of applicable experience in engineering roles.
• Proficient in platform/system level debug and interaction with BIOS.
• Ability to independently drive tasks to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead debug efforts and ensure issue resolution.
• Manage and track technical issues and risks.
• Drive technical innovations to improve debug throughput.

Skills

Analytical/problem-solving skills

Attention to details

Experience in validation roles

Knowledge of X86 architecture

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering

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

The technical leader will be responsible for System and Silicon debug of AMD EPYC Server & AMD Instinct products. The successful candidate will work as part of the post‑silicon validation group; facilitating all aspects of debug and resolution for system level failures working with engineering teams across AMD. Candidate will be immersed in challenging system debug work as well as developing & executing debug strategy for optimal debug throughput on current product to meet milestones at POR quality. The system debug lead will also help in driving improvements to future debug methodology. The candidate should be able to work in a global environment while maintaining a synergetic culture.

THE PERSON

We are looking for an disciplined and dynamic Lead System Debug Engineer - AI Rack Validation to join our growing post‑Si debug team supporting the next generation of AMD’s flagship server CPU & Instinct products. As a diligent leader in Validation, you will drive balanced, scalable, and automated solutions to avail optimal debug throughput. In this high‑visibility position, you will be part of a leading team to innovate and improve AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry‑leading technologies to market. Your technical leadership skills, validation and debug expertise will be necessary towards product development, definition, root cause and resolution. Your agility and collaborative approach will be essential to work with engineering teams and other stakeholders (System Architects, IP design, SoC, FW, SW, manufacturing).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Debug issues found during Silicon bring‑up, Systems Validation, and production phases of SOC programs.
• Lead complex debug efforts for internal Silicon findings to identify root cause and resolution.
• Ensure issues are solved on time with quality.
• Manage and track technical issues, risks and priorities to un‑gate program milestones.
• Publish debug program indicators to identify major roadblocks and drive changes to improve debug throughput.
• Manage customer and executive communications, including program status, risks and opportunities.
• Drive technical innovation to improve AMD’s capabilities across triage & debug, including tool, script development, technical and procedural methodology enhancement, and various internal and cross‑functional technical initiatives.
• Work with multiple teams across global time zones.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills and pronounced attention to details.
• Extensive experience in validation roles involving debugging OS, FW, Silicon, and HW issues.
• Understanding of industry standard busses and their software stack, such as PCIe, CXL.
• Strong knowledge of X86 architecture, SoC design, memory, RAS & power management.
• Extensive knowledge of system architecture, technical debug, and validation strategy.
• Good understanding and experience in platform/system level debug, Operating System, Device Drivers and System BIOS interactions.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Detail‑oriented, highly organized, able to prioritize, and juggle multiple work streams to tight deadlines.
• Experience in technical program management. A thorough understanding of datacenter industry technologies and their software stack.
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer engineering with 15+ years of applicable experience.

LOCATION

Austin, TX or Secaucus, NJ

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.