Interconnect Performance Verification and Emulation Engineer

Role Summary

The Interconnect Performance Verification and Emulation Engineer is a key member of the Infinity Fabric Architecture and Performance team, responsible for defining and delivering next-generation fabric interconnects that ensure efficient low-latency connectivity across AMD’s product lines. This role involves advanced hardware emulation and system-level performance verification for AMD’s memory systems.

Experience Level

Mid-level, ideally with several years of experience in hardware emulation and performance verification.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities include:

• Performing RTL performance analysis and verification for the Infinity Fabric Interconnect.
• Providing technical leadership and collaborating with architecture, design, and modeling teams.
• Executing performance verification plans and supporting SoC-level performance debugging.
• Driving emulation-based performance studies, including benchmarks.
• Conducting analysis of memory system optimizations.
• Debugging performance failures and proposing solutions.
• Enhancing debug infrastructure and visualization solutions.
• Utilizing AI-based tools to improve productivity and workflows.
• Mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in RTL performance analysis using hardware emulation.
• Hands-on experience with emulator setup and performance test case development.
• Strong debugging experience across complex IP interactions.
• In-depth knowledge of memory system architecture.
• Proficiency in Verilog and SystemVerilog.
• Familiarity with C, C++, and scripting languages like Python or Perl.
• Understanding of multiprocessor systems and cache architectures.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.

Education Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering is required; an advanced degree is preferred.

About the Company

Company: Advanced Micro Devices

Headquarters: Sunnyvale, California, USA

Advanced Micro Devices, or AMD, is a global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures microprocessors, graphics processors, and related technologies for a variety of computing devices. Known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, AMD's mission is to deliver high-performance computing solutions for AI, data centers, gaming, and embedded applications. They foster a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on creativity and problem-solving, aiming to drive progress and excellence in technology.