Senior Test Engineering Technician - AI Data Center Systems (Servers & GPUs)

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc is seeking a Test Engineering Technician located in Secaucus, NJ, responsible for driving standardized workflows in GPU development. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing server upgrades and repairs, and conducting reliability testing.

Ideal candidates will have a background in semiconductor technology and strong interpersonal skills, and must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and climb ladders safely. An associate degree in a relevant field and certifications like CompTIA A+ are preferred. This position offers first and second shift options.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of semiconductor chips and lab testing procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively or independently in a team.
• Experience troubleshooting server and coolant platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage server upgrades, repairs and automated OS provisioning.
• Install and maintain server platforms and perform diagnostics.
• Conduct reliability testing and manage communication with AMD leadership.

Skills

Semiconductor chip technology knowledge

Server hardware expertise

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Experience in a lab environment

Education

Associate degree in computer science or equivalent

CompTIA A+ certification

CompTIA Server+ certification

Windows OS experience

Tools

MS Excel

PowerShell

Linux PXE services

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

Our team is currently seeking a Test Engineering Technician for our lab developing new, cutting‑edge GPU technology who can drive the local execution of standardized workflows. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams within the Services and Engineering organizations.

THE PERSON

You bring a wide range of abilities and skills to the table, including semiconductor chip technology knowledge and strong experience in a lab environment. Your approach is collaborative and you shine in teamwork, relationship building, and supporting diverse internal customers across organizations and functions working both independently and within a team.

You balance strong technical skills including server hardware, racks, IT, cabling management, X‑ray scopes, and work at the component level with strong interpersonal and communications skills. You are known as analytical and highly attentive to detail, self‑motivated and as a positive, humble ‘results driven’ team player.

You are committed to meeting deadlines, and bring enthusiasm to fast‑paced, multi‑project situations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage server upgrades, repairs, automated OS provisioning process, and rebuild projects as required, often working with Services and Engineering teams.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain various server and coolant platforms.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting following standard procedures.
• Follow procedures to communicate, report, and escalations incidents to appropriate AMD Leadership.
• Reliability Testing, including setting up and executing a variety of environmental and mechanical stress tests according to defined protocols (shock and vibration, EMCI, Temp Cycling and more).
• Foster a positive team environment by sharing information, participating in meetings, asking questions, and staying informed on team updates.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, safely climb ladders, wear personal protective and ESD gear correctly, and stand and walk throughout the facility for extended periods without loss or reduction of productivity.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Previous hands on experience testing and troubleshooting semiconductor GPUs, switches, and CPUs in a data center lab environment.
• Previous experience with leading Technicians.
• Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Pivot Tables.
• Demonstrated effective and collaborative communication and teamwork experience.
• Experience and ability to work autonomously or collaboratively within a team environment to support Lab teams, Engineering, and Services.
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) soldering and repair on multilayer PCBs.
• Inspection of solder joints using microscopy and X‑ray microscopes.
• Work with lab tools (e.g.: diagnostics, tests, and standard semiconductor industry hardware and software).
• Experience with Windows Server OS.
• Experience with Linux PXE services a plus.
• High attention to detail, and commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Associate degree in computer science, computer engineering, Information technology or equivalent experience preferred.
• CompTIA A+ or equivalent experience.
• CompTIA Server+ or equivalent experience.
• Windows OS experience.
• MCP/MSCE certification preferred.
• Scripting experience preferred – PowerShell, Python, Bash.

Location: Secaucus, NJ. 1st shift from M-F, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm ET or 2nd shift from 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm ET. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.