Senior Server System Platform Hardware Architect

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices is seeking a Senior Server System Platform Hardware Architect in Austin, TX. This role will work cross-functionally with domain architects and will involve defining high-quality products that enhance AMD's leadership in AI acceleration.

The ideal candidate has a technology-related Bachelor's degree and over 15 years of experience, demonstrating skills in debugging and customer-facing interactions. Benefits at AMD offer a varied package, enhancing career development within a culture of innovation.

Qualifications

• 15+ years or equivalent combination of training and experience in hardware architecture.
• Knowledge of specific customer applications and technical expertise in board level and system level design.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive platform level socket pinout and floor planning using Cadence tools.
• Develop comprehensive product specifications through AMD internal collaboration.
• Drive vendor partnership to enable technological ecosystems.

Skills

Excellent debugging skills at the SoC and system level

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience in a customer environment

Education

Technology related Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cadence tools

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 AMD Server Platform Design team is seeking a Senior Server System Platform Hardware Architect. This role offers the opportunity to work cross‑functionally with a variety of domain architects: power supply design, platform design, mechanical, thermal, firmware, silicon validation, silicon design. Additionally, there will be extensive collaboration with AMD customers and ecosystem vendors. You’ll play a key role in creating and defining high‑quality, cutting‑edge products that drive AMD’s leadership in AI acceleration. The Server Platform Design team fosters and encourages technical innovation as well as facilitates continuous career development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and drive platform level socket pinout and floor planning using Cadence tools
• Develop comprehensive product specifications for system level products by obtaining a clear understanding of the requirements via AMD internal cross‑functional team collaboration and AMD customer engagements
• Drive vendor partnership and engagement to enable the ecosystem for up and coming and new technologies
• Write and review detailed customer centric technical documentation
• Provide technical expertise and leadership for a broad cross functional team

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• A technology related Bachelor's degree and 15+ years or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience in a customer environment, knowledge of specific customer applications and technical expertise demonstrated in the area of board level and system level design
• Excellent debugging skills at the SoC and system level
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills for both internal and customer facing interaction

LOCATION:

• Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.