Sr. RTL Design Engineer – DDR/LPDDR Memory Controller

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking an RTL Design Engineer to join the Memory Controller Design team in Austin, TX. You will contribute to IP microarchitecture features and RTL implementations, working closely with architects and verification engineers to deliver high-quality designs for advanced memory technologies.

You should have strong digital logic design experience, proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog, and comfort with Python/Perl/Tcl scripting for flows and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• Experience with digital logic design and computer architecture concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work across teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement IP microarchitecture features with architects.
• Develop RTL designs for IP features and validate through reviews.
• Analyze and optimize designs for power, performance, and area.
• Participate in design specification reviews and code reviews.
• Perform lint, CDC, and timing analysis to ensure high-quality implementation.
• Collaborate with verification engineers to validate IP throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

digital logic design

computer architecture

communication skills

problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering

Tools

Verilog

SystemVerilog

Python

Perl

Tcl

EDA 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

We are looking for an RTL Design Engineer to join our growing Memory Controller Design team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of advanced technologies and help deliver high-quality products to market. Our team values technical innovation, continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional growth.

THE PERSON

You have experience or interest in processor architecture, digital design, and verification. You collaborate effectively with engineers across global teams and communicate technical concepts clearly. You enjoy analyzing technical challenges, developing solutions, and continuously expanding your skills in a dynamic engineering environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with architects to define and implement IP microarchitecture features
• Develop RTL designs for IP features
• Analyze and optimize designs for power, performance, and area
• Participate in design specification reviews and code reviews
• Perform lint, CDC, and timing analysis to support high-quality design implementation
• Collaborate with verification engineers to validate and debug IP throughout the project lifecycle

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with digital logic design
• Experience with Verilog and/or SystemVerilog
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl
• Understanding of computer architecture
• Experience with DDR or LPDDR memory systems is preferred
• Experience with EDA tools and design flows, including simulation, lint, and synthesis, is preferred
• Experience with digital logic verification is preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver technical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze technical problems and develop effective solutions

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

LOCATION:

• Austin, TX
• Boxborough, MA
• Vancouver, BC

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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.

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.