Senior Staff Engineer, CPU Core Validation

AMD; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

AMD is seeking an experienced silicon validation engineer for the Fort Collins team. You will help validate next-generation cores and caches, working across RTL, DFT, and implementation groups to ensure robust microprocessor performance.

You will set up hardware for at-speed testing, develop x86 software for validation, and communicate technical results to peers and management in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience validating microprocessors/ASICs in lab settings.
• DFT knowledge including JTAG-1149.x, memory/logic/BIST, and Scan (LSSD/MuxD).
• Proficiency in x86 assembly, C/C++, Perl, Ruby and Python.
• Knowledge of Verilog HDL and SystemVerilog.
• Strong understanding of modern computer architecture.

Responsibilities

• Work in a silicon lab to solve challenging problems.
• Set up hardware systems for at-speed testing and debugging.
• Develop, run, and debug x86 software to validate microprocessor design and testability.
• Drive deliverables with RTL, DFT, and Implementation teams across sites.
• Solve design and tool problems with innovative approaches and present findings.
• Create technical presentations for peers and management.

Skills

x86 assembly

C/C++

Perl

Python

Ruby

Verilog HDL

SystemVerilog

Logic simulation

Education

BS/MS in EE, CS, CSE

Tools

JTAG-1149.x

Memory BIST

RTL simulators

Job description

AMD is seeking an experienced silicon validation engineer for the Fort Collins team. You will help validate next-generation cores and caches, working across RTL, DFT, and implementation groups to ensure robust microprocessor performance.

You will set up hardware for at-speed testing, develop x86 software for validation, and communicate technical results to peers and management in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.