Product System Design Lead - Client & Graphics Engineering (CG)

AMD

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 123,500 - 212,850

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AMD seeks a Product System Design Lead in Austin to elevate computing experiences through power and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of system architecture, engage with clients for competitive analysis, and drive innovative product development processes.

Qualifications

Strong background in system power management and performance analysis.
Deep understanding of mobile computer systems and design for cost.
Familiar with product development process and ergonomic standards.

Responsibilities

Lead competitive analysis and collaborate with subject matter experts.
Optimize power and performance architecture through collaboration.
Engage and support OEM customer design teams.

Skills

System power management

Competitive analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in relevant discipline (preferred)

Job description

Product System Design Lead - Client & Graphics Engineering (CG)

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We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

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THE TEAM

AMD's Client and Graphics Engineering organization is transforming the industry with our Graphic Processors. Our primary objective is to design exceptional products that drive the evolution of computing experiences. If this resonates with you, come and joining our Client and Graphics Engineering organization where we are building amazing products with amazing people.

THE ROLE

AMD is seeking a technical leader to join our cross-functional team working on the co-development of consumer and commercial notebook products. As a member of the AMD Client and Graphics Organization, the candidate will be responsible for testing, evaluating, and reporting power and performance results. You will interact with feature development teams, validation teams, and power and performance teams, as well as evaluate competitor systems and generate competitive analysis reports.

THE PERSON

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in system power management, performance attainment, and competitive analysis. You should possess a deep understanding of mobile computer systems and be able to develop and standardize competitive analysis efforts across teams. Additionally, you should be familiar with the new product development process, computer system architecture, design for cost, and consumer product ergonomic and acoustic standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead client and graphics engineering competitive analysis workstream, collaborating with subject matter experts to conduct 2nd and 3rd level deep dive analysis of subsystems and components.
Drive premium product development by optimizing power, performance architecture, and system-level features through collaboration with design, architecture, SOC teams, OEMs, and internal functions. Ensure alignment with power management, performance objectives, and customer needs.
Communicate progress and performance objectives to both AMD leadership and OEM customer teams.
Define and integrate requirements for internal design, performance, and product characterization efforts as it relates to OEM system and commercial customer needs.
Directly engage with OEM/ODM customer power and performance design teams, providing product projections, validation support, design assistance, and product training. This includes leading and supporting early customer engagement through Proof of Concept vehicle development for new AMD power and performance features.
Develop strong partnerships with program stakeholders across the organization and development partners.

Preferred Experience

Competitive analysis expertise: Drive competitive analysis, generate reports, and present findings to leadership to inform product recommendations.
System architecture and design: Deep understanding of PC and mobile system architecture including mechanical, board design, power delivery, and ergonomics optimization (skin temperature, acoustics, performance, battery).
APU/CPU expertise: Direct experience with APU/CPU system performance analysis, including architecture, thermal controls, firmware-controlled power and thermal management, and layout optimization for performance and size.
Thermal management expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of system thermal components and technologies (fans, heatsinks, shielding, spreaders, TIMs) and their impact on key components like VRAM, NVME, VR, memory, and charging circuits.
Effective communication and collaboration: Strong communication skills and ability to build respect while communicating status to executive-level audiences Bonus: Expert knowledge in heat transfer and fluid mechanics with advanced CFD modeling experience (Icepak or Flotherm) and mechanical CAD modeling (Creo or Solidworks).

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant discipline, Master's Degree (MS) preferred.

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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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