Research Engineer

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next‑generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture.

We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Researcher to join our growing team. Our research team focuses particularly on places where we can have an outsized impact with relatively small teams, while staying abreast of new technologies, working closely with startup companies, academia, and product teams to ensure that AMD remains agile in a world of constant innovation. We touch a variety of technology across the boundary between hardware and software.

As a Research Engineer, you will help to design and develop disruptive technology which will impact current and future AMD technology. The position requires both excellent technical and communication skills and the ability to make progress in a relatively unstructured environment.

• Driving technical innovation to improve AMD’s capabilities across validation
• Developing prototype technology and communicating value inside and outside of the company
• Active collaboration with teams inside and outside of the company
• Leading collaborative approach with multiple teams

• Well‑developed programming skills in a variety of languages (e.g. C++, HIP/CUDA, Rust, Python, Triton, Verilog, etc.)
• Deep understanding of hardware design and computer architecture concepts
• Deep understanding of concurrency at different levels, from low‑level vector code and RTL design to distributed systems.
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills and ability to both 'go deep' while understanding the broader context
• Demonstrable record of impactful research, demonstrated by publications and code releases
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion

• Advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

San Jose, Ca

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AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.