AMD · 2 days ago
Hardware & Gaming Platform Engineer – Validation & Debug
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$157K/yr - $236K/yr
10+ years expAMD is a company dedicated to building innovative products that enhance computing experiences across various domains. The Hardware & Gaming Platform Engineer will lead system and silicon validation for next-generation gaming solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance and reliable gaming experiences.
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Hiring Manager
Laura Marin
Responsibilities
Define and own system specifications for gaming platforms, including CPUs, GPUs, memory, I/O adapters, and power management
Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of hardware development—from design and bring-up to validation and production
Coordinate with silicon, firmware, and platform teams to ensure feature alignment and timely delivery
Own post-silicon validation and debug for gaming and workstation boards
Perform board-level analysis: power sequencing, thermal testing, and signal integrity
Use advanced lab tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers) for root-cause analysis
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for BIOS, drivers, silicon features, and OS certification
Drive defect prioritization and resolution plans during SOC bring-up and production phases
Develop scripts and tools to automate hardware validation and improve test efficiency
Engage in pre-silicon emulation, simulation, and product engineering to ensure readiness for manufacturing and launch
Collaborate with OEM/ODM partners on hardware integration and co-validation
Review platform designs against gaming workload requirements and optimize configurations
Sign off on synchronized hardware releases for internal and external delivery
Oversee test execution and debug leadership across multiple platforms and teams
Qualification
Required
Strong experience in silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug
Hands-on proficiency with lab equipment for electrical and thermal testing
Deep knowledge of system architecture: x86 CPUs, GPUs, DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen5, and power management
Familiarity with firmware flashing, BIOS configuration, and hardware validation methodologies
Programming/scripting skills (Python, C/C++, Perl) for automation
Understanding of pre-silicon emulation, tapeout processes, and manufacturing test
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
10+ years of industry experience, with at least 5 years focused on system or platform engineering and integration for gaming or high-performance hardware
Preferred
Background in gaming platforms, high-performance computing, or workstation hardware
Expertise in SOC-level validation, IP debug, and performance optimization
Familiarity with Microsoft and Linux OS, virtualization (VMware, Xen), and certification processes
Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration
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