Lead Systems Debug Engineer

Amd

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Work type
On-site
Location
Austin, TXBellevue, WASanta Clara, CA
Salary
$194,400–$291,600 / yr
Posted
21 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 5, 2027

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Above market

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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 496 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Systems Debug Engineer

The Lead Systems Debug Engineer joins the Server Customer Engineering team to drive accurate, scalable, and complete solutions for customer issues. This role involves identifying and resolving root causes for failures related to RAS, PCIe, Memory, MCA, CXL, and Micro-Controller technologies. The engineer will provide validation and debug recommendations, lead task forces, and collaborate with global teams to resolve problems during the bring-up, validation, and production phases of SOC programs. Key technical requirements include expertise in X86 micro architecture, post silicon validation methodologies, and high-speed test and measurement equipment like protocol analyzers and scopes. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, Perl, and Ruby, while utilizing debug scripts, SCAN, and JTAG tools to ensure high-quality silicon and system performance.

What you'll do

  • Resolve customer failures related to RAS, PCIe, Memory, MCA, CXL, and Micro-Controller technologies.
  • Provide validation and debug recommendations to customers for new features and technical questions.
  • Use debug scripts, protocol analyzers, and SCAN/JTAG tools to identify and root cause customer failures.
  • Debug issues occurring during the bring-up, validation, and production phases of SOC programs.
  • Lead task forces and collaborative efforts with multiple internal teams to identify best solutions.
  • Deliver accurate and scalable solutions to customers to ensure high-quality product performance.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering.
  • 10+ years of total experience inclusive of one or multiple of the listed technical areas (preferred).
  • Experience in RAS validation and debug (preferred).
  • Experience in PCIe/CXL functional and protocol debug, including IP bring up and analysis (preferred).
  • Experience in DDR Memory functional and protocol validation and/or debug (preferred).
  • Experience in MCA/MCE validation and debug (preferred).
  • Experience in post silicon validation methodologies (preferred).
  • Programming and scripting skills in languages such as Python, C++, Perl, or Ruby (preferred).

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