System Hardware Development & Validation Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Santa Clara, California is seeking a hands-on Systems Development engineer to lead server and switch hardware bring-up, validation, and NPI qualification with OEM partners. You will collaborate across hardware, software, power, thermal, signal integrity and manufacturing teams to ensure timely delivery, strong quality, and successful deployment across the data center space.

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering is preferred; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Board- and system-level bring-up and validation experience.
• Proficiency with Cadence schematic and board layout tools.
• Strong Linux and Python scripting for automation and testing.
• Knowledge of RDMA, PCIe, and XGMI networks.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead system bring-up, validation, and NPI qualification for server and switch hardware with OEM vendors.
• Drive deployment and sustaining efforts for hardware solutions through all compliance stages.
• Lead debug and root cause analysis by reviewing board layouts and schematics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal engineering teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
• Gather system feature requirements, define detailed test plans, and execute hardware validation plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance system quality, reliability, and performance.

Skills

Board bring-up

System bring-up

Cadence tools

Linux scripting

Python scripting

RDMA knowledge

PCIe knowledge

XGMI knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence tool suite

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

Join AMD’s dynamic Systems Development team, where you’ll play a key role in bringing cutting‑edge servers and switch solutions to life. You will be at the center of SoC, board, and system‑level integration‑leading validation, new product introduction (NPI) qualification with OEM partners, and driving solutions through all stages of compliance and deployment.

This is a highly collaborative environment where you’ll work alongside experts across hardware, software, power, thermal, signal integrity, and manufacturing teams, as well as engage directly with external vendors. Your work will have a direct impact on product quality, time‑to‑market, and AMD’s success in the data center space.

THE PERSON

You are a hands‑on problem solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. You bring curiosity, persistence, and strong analytical thinking to root cause analysis and system bring‑up. You’re equally comfortable diving deep into schematics and collaborating with cross‑discipline teams to deliver high‑quality results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead system bring‑up, validation, and NPI qualification for server and switch hardware with OEM vendors.
• Drive deployment and sustaining efforts for hardware solutions through all compliance stages.
• Lead debug and root cause analysis of deployed systems by reviewing board layouts and schematics.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal engineering teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
• Gather system feature requirements, define detailed test plans, and execute hardware validation plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance system quality, reliability, and performance.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with board‑and system‑level bring‑up and validation.
• Familiarity with Cadence schematic and board layout tools.
• Strong understanding of Linux and Python scripting for automation and testing.
• Knowledge of network protocols such as RDMA, PCIe, and XGMI.
• Proven ability to work with cross‑functional engineering teams and external vendors.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

LOCATION: Santa Clara, California

#LI-RF1

#LI-Hyrbrid

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.