AMD · 9 hours ago
Senior Emulation Methodology Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$171K/yr - $257K/yrAMD is a company dedicated to building innovative products that enhance next-generation computing experiences. In this role, you will lead the Emulation and Prototyping Methodology team, developing advanced methodologies and tools to improve product validation and readiness across various workflows.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingComputerEmbedded SystemsGPUHardwareSemiconductor
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead cross‑functional collaboration to develop and deploy methodologies that optimize emulation and prototyping environments and improve time‑to‑market
Apply platform knowledge to address challenges across infrastructure, design implementation, firmware, and software workloads
Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies that enhance pre‑silicon validation efficiency and scalability
Partners with vendors to define and deploy platforms that meet performance goals (compile time, runtime, capacity, test execution)
Integrate and enable verification interfaces including PCIe, memory device models, UART, JTAG, I2C, USB, and Ethernet
Leverage ML/AI techniques to scale and automate emulation workflows
Work closely with EDA partners to incorporate emerging capabilities into AMD’s development environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Lead cross‑functional collaboration to develop and deploy methodologies that optimize emulation and prototyping environments and improve time‑to‑market
Apply platform knowledge to address challenges across infrastructure, design implementation, firmware, and software workloads
Research, evaluate, and integrate new technologies that enhance pre‑silicon validation efficiency and scalability
Partners with vendors to define and deploy platforms that meet performance goals (compile time, runtime, capacity, test execution)
Integrate and enable verification interfaces including PCIe, memory device models, UART, JTAG, I2C, USB, and Ethernet
Leverage ML/AI techniques to scale and automate emulation workflows
Work closely with EDA partners to incorporate emerging capabilities into AMD's development environment
You are a technical leader who enjoys solving complex problems, driving clarity, and fostering collaboration
You learn new technologies quickly, think strategically about methodology improvements, and build tools and processes that help teams work smarter
You communicate effectively and create strong partnerships that enable teams to achieve ambitious goals together
Preferred
Strong analytical and debugging skills, with the ability to drive solutions in complex technical environments
Experience with one or more emulation/prototyping platforms (e.g., Veloce, Palladium, Protium, Zebu, HAPS)
Understanding of CPU/GPU architecture and protocols such as PCIe, DRAM, Ethernet, AMBA, or CXL
Background in RTL design, verification, or embedded firmware/BIOS
Proficiency in System Verilog, C++, Perl, or Python, or the ability to learn them quickly
Familiarity with transactors and C‑DPI methodologies for emulation
Experience with waveform analysis tools (e.g., Verdi or Visualizer)
Awareness of hybrid emulation technologies
Benefits
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Company
AMD
Advanced Micro Devices is a semiconductor company that designs and develops graphics units, processors, and media solutions.
Founded in 1969
10001+ employees
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Chair & CEO
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