Senior Staff CPU Core Validation Engineer

Amd

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Salary
$178,400–$267,600 / yr
Posted
108 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jun 18, 2027

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $223k
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This role pays more than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $177,250–$233,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $223k versus about $205k for comparable roles.

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About Amd

AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is a semiconductor company that develops high-performance processors, graphics cards, and adaptive computing solutions for gaming, data centers, and embedded markets. Industry: Semiconductors

Amd currently has 512 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Staff CPU Core Validation Engineer

As a CPU Core Validation Senior Staff Engineer within the Cores Organization, you will serve as a technical expert contributing to the development of next-generation cores and caches. Working in a silicon lab, you will set up hardware systems for at-speed testing and debugging while developing, running, and debugging x86 software to validate microprocessor design functionality and testability. You will collaborate with RTL, DFT, Implementation, and manufacturing teams to drive project deliverables and solve complex design or tool problems through innovative approaches. The role requires proficiency in x86 assembly, C/C++, Perl, Ruby, and Python, alongside logic simulation competence and knowledge of Verilog HDL and SystemVerilog. You must possess a deep understanding of modern computer architecture and DFT features including JTAG, Memory, Logic, and I/O Built-In-Self-Test structures to ensure high-performance chip execution.

What you'll do

  • Solve complex technical problems within a silicon lab environment.
  • Set up hardware systems to enable at-speed testing and debugging.
  • Develop, run, and debug x86 software to validate microprocessor functionality and testability.
  • Manage project deliverables and dependencies with cross-discipline RTL, DFT, and manufacturing teams.
  • Solve design and tool problems using innovative and groundbreaking approaches.
  • Create technical presentations for peers and management.

What we're looking for

  • BS/MS in EE, CS, CSE (or similar).
  • Experience in silicon validation and solving complex problems in a lab setting (preferred).
  • Knowledge of DFT features including JTAG, Memory, Logic, and I/O BIST and Scan design structures (preferred).
  • Proficiency in x86 assembly, C/C++, Perl, Ruby, and Python with strong logic simulation competence (preferred).
  • Knowledge of Verilog HDL and System Verilog (preferred).
  • Demonstrated solid understanding of modern computer architecture (preferred).
  • Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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