Staff Research Engineer

AMD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

AMD is seeking a Research Engineer in San Jose, California, to design and develop disruptive technologies that will impact current and future AMD products. This role emphasizes technical innovation and collaboration across validation and prototype technology development.

The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills, a deep understanding of hardware design, and be able to navigate complex environments independently. An advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering is required.

AMD offers competitive benefits and values diverse applicants in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Excellent technical and communication skills.
• Ability to make progress in a relatively unstructured environment.
• Demonstrable record of impactful research.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical innovation for AMD's validation capabilities.
• Develop prototype technology and communicate its value.
• Collaborate actively with internal and external teams.
• Lead collaborative efforts across multiple teams.

Skills

Programming skills in C++, HIP/CUDA, Rust, Python, Triton, Verilog

Hardware design understanding

Concurrency understanding

Analytical/problem-solving skills

Self-starter

Education

Advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

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.

The Role

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Researcher to join our growing team. Our research team focuses particularly on places where we can have an outsized impact with relatively small teams, while staying abreast of new technologies, working closely with startup companies, academia, and product teams to ensure that AMD remains agile in a world of constant innovation. We touch a variety of technology across the boundary between hardware and software.

The Person

As a Research Engineer, you will help to design and develop disruptive technology which will impact current and future AMD technology. The position requires both excellent technical and communication skills and the ability to make progress in a relatively unstructured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving technical innovation to improve AMD’s capabilities across validation
• Developing prototype technology and communicating value inside and outside of the company
• Active collaboration with teams inside and outside of the company
• Leading collaborative approach with multiple teams

Preferred Experience

• Well‑developed programming skills in a variety of languages (e.g. C++, HIP/CUDA, Rust, Python, Triton, Verilog)
• Deep understanding of hardware design and computer architecture concepts
• Deep understanding of concurrency at different levels, from low‑level vector code and RTL design to distributed systems
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills and the ability to both “go deep” while understanding the broader context
• Demonstrable record of impactful research, demonstrated by publications and code releases
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion

Academic Credentials

• Advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Location

San Jose, Ca

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Artificial Intelligence Use Policy

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

Posting Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy.