AMD · 2 weeks ago
Distinguished Memory PHY Architect
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$276K/yr - $413K/yr
15+ years expAMD is a company dedicated to building products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences. The role involves shaping the future of memory interface technology as a senior technical leader, influencing architecture and design for next-generation Memory PHY solutions.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a senior technical authority and architect for Memory PHY technology, shaping long-range roadmaps and architectural direction
Define and evolve architectures and specifications for advanced Memory PHYs, including DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, and HBM
Drive innovation in high-speed I/O circuit design, system-level analysis, power integrity, and signal integrity
Partner with cross-functional teams across Circuit Design, Layout, Logic Design, Physical Design, Firmware, Design Verification, and Post-Silicon organizations worldwide
Influence design quality and execution through design reviews, technical mentorship, and principled tradeoff decisions
Support post-silicon bring-up, validation, characterization, optimization, and product readiness
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to senior technical peers, leadership, and stakeholders
Mentor and advise engineers and architects, contributing to a strong and inclusive technical community
Qualification
Required
Serve as a senior technical authority and architect for Memory PHY technology, shaping long-range roadmaps and architectural direction
Define and evolve architectures and specifications for advanced Memory PHYs, including DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, and HBM
Drive innovation in high-speed I/O circuit design, system-level analysis, power integrity, and signal integrity
Partner with cross-functional teams across Circuit Design, Layout, Logic Design, Physical Design, Firmware, Design Verification, and Post-Silicon organizations worldwide
Influence design quality and execution through design reviews, technical mentorship, and principled tradeoff decisions
Support post-silicon bring-up, validation, characterization, optimization, and product readiness
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to senior technical peers, leadership, and stakeholders
Mentor and advise engineers and architects, contributing to a strong and inclusive technical community
Typically, 15+ years of experience in high-speed analog, mixed-signal, or memory PHY design
Preferred
Sustained technical impact on production Memory PHYs or high-speed I/O IP at advanced technology nodes
Experience owning or shaping architecture across multiple successful tape-outs
Deep expertise in high-speed analog and mixed-signal design, memory protocols, and system-level considerations
Strong understanding of advanced CMOS technologies and modern design methodologies
Track record of making sound technical decisions in complex, high-risk design spaces
Ability to influence without formal authority and collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience
Benefits
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AMD
Advanced Micro Devices is a semiconductor company that designs and develops graphics units, processors, and media solutions.
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