Sr. Director Data Center GPU Platform & System Validation GPU

AMD; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a technical leader in Austin to head their Graphics Data Center and Accelerated Processing Validation team. This high-visibility role involves managing a large, diverse team that drives test innovation for next-gen ML/AI/HPC products. Responsibilities include system integration testing, fostering strong collaborations with engineering teams, recruiting talent, and enhancing testing methodologies. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in validation, leading sizable teams, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Exceptional communication abilities are needed, particularly for presenting to executives.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in Silicon/System/Cluster validation.
• Experience in the ML/AI space.
• Strong knowledge of silicon/system test methodologies.
• Prior roles leading other managers and teams of 100+ people.
• Demonstrated strength in developing and growing technical teams.
• Understanding of HW/FW/SW interaction and system-level design.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability in 'showing initiative' to get things done.
• Excellent communication skills including presenting to senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead post-silicon validation planning & execution of System Integration testing.
• Build strong relationships with key engineering organizations.
• Recruit top talent to support the team's growth plans.
• Drive test innovation and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with peers to drive quality enhancements.
• Support debug and customer interactions as required.

Job description

About AMD

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 Team

AMD's Data Center GPU organization is transforming the industry with our AI based Graphic Processors. Our primary objective is to design exceptional products that drive the evolution of computing experiences, serving as the cornerstone for enterprise Data Centers, (AI) Artificial Intelligence, HPC and Embedded systems. If this resonates with you, come and join our Data Center GPU organization where we are building amazing AI powered products with amazing people.

The Person

Seeking a strong technical leader who has worked in the semiconductor or systems industry with experience testing SOCs, enterprise class servers, and large‑scale clusters. You enjoy developing talent and growing worldwide teams. In addition, you are a change agent with a proven record of pushing the boundary of testing and driving test innovation. You possess strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills. You thrive on collaboration and solving complex organization challenges.

The Role

You will be part of the Graphics Data Center and Accelerated Processing Validation team reporting to the Corporate VP of SOC/System validation. You will get the opportunity to lead the Systems/Platform team as they collaborate with Silicon Designers/Architects, Firmware, Networking, Cluster team and SW to bring our products to market. We work with the world’s leading companies developing AI Cloud Services, on‑prem AI Clusters, and Supercomputing institutions to enable AMD's GPU accelerators into their clusters. You will have the latitude to innovate and be a change leader. Our GPU AI business is the fastest growing within the company and in the computing industry at large. This will be a very visible role which will provide you an opportunity to grow your career and interact with AMD's senior leadership team.

Technical Leadership role responsible for leading various teams that own System Level testing, BKC delivery, and other validation functions for our next generation ML/AI/HPC products. You will lead a large worldwide team (100+) including directors, key technical leads, and other team members. The work requires interlock with other engineering and business. The role spans SOC planning to silicon Bring‑up through production. It is a large cross‑functional role requiring technical depth/breadth and strong leadership skills. In addition to test planning and execution, we seek a mature, seasoned leader with System and Cluster experience to help elevate our test methodologies and ability to scale. If you like pushing the envelope of what is possible and collaborate across teams to raise the bar, you will fit into our future goals. We want people who have system knowledge and experience with highly complex Clusters/Systems.

Preferred Experience

• Extensive experience working in Silicon/System/Cluster validation
• Experience in the ML/AI space
• Strong knowledge of silicon/system test methodologies
• Prior roles leading other managers and teams of 100+ people
• Demonstrated strength in developing and growing technical teams
• Understanding of HW/FW/SW interaction and system‑level design
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability in “showing initiative” to get things done
• Excellent communication skills including presenting to senior executives

Key Responsibilities

• Lead post‑silicon validation planning & execution of System Integration testing, BKC Delivery and other test functions
• Build and cultivate strong relationships with key engineering organizations including firmware, software, networking, cluster test, and other validation organizations
• Recruit top talent to support the team's growth plans and develop the existing engineering team
• Drive test innovation and strategic initiatives based on learning from prior programs and your own best practice knowledge
• Partner with peers to drive quality enhancements through methodology improvements and collaboration of manufacturing testing
• Support debug and customer interactions as required

Academic Credentials

• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer engineering

Location

San Jose CA (primary) will consider Austin or Markham, ON

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity

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.

Additional Information

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.