Sr. Silicon Design Engineer

AMD; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Job summary

AMD is seeking a Senior Silicon Design Engineer in Santa Clara to accelerate AI automation in Physical Design. You will work with CAD and methodology teams to drive AI-enabled PD workflows.

The role requires experience with AI agents, LLM models, data analysis, and strong Python scripting. Collaboration across sites/time zones is essential, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience with AI agents and AI automation in PD workflows.
• Strong Python programming and scripting skills.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Use, develop, and maintain AI agent solutions for Physical Design flow automation.
• Evaluate AI solutions from EDA vendors.
• Benchmark new models, skills, AI capabilities.
• Support design teams during project execution.

Skills

AI automation

Python

Data analysis

LLM models

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer/ Electrical Engineering

Tools

EDA tools

Python

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we'll advance your career.

THE ROLE:

As a Senior Silicon Design Engineer, you will work with CAD and Methodology experts to accelerate the use of AI automation in Physical Design.

THE PERSON:

You have a passion for modern, complex processor architecture, digital design, and verification in general. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with other engineers located in different sites/timezones. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are willing to learn and ready to take on problems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use, develop, and maintain AI agent solutions for Physical Design flow automation
• Evaluate AI solutions from EDA vendors
• Benchmark new models, skills, AI capabilities
• Support design teams during project execution

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with design concepts and PD implementation
• Experience using AI agents, LLM models, and state of art AI automation
• Experience with data analysis and visualization
• Strong programming and scripting skills with Python
• Strong analytical skills and mathematical modeling

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelors or Masters degree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering or related fields

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.