Lead RTL Silicon Design Engineer

Company Overview

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is a semiconductor company that specializes in microprocessor technology, particularly in the fields of high-performance computing and graphics. They are committed to bringing innovation and excellence in performance to their products and initiatives.

Role Summary

The Lead RTL Silicon Design Engineer role focuses on the design, implementation, and validation of DDR memory controller solutions. This role involves cross-functional collaboration for the successful integration of calibration solutions within AMD's memory subsystem.

Experience Level

This position requires significant experience, specifically a minimum of 9 years in the relevant field, showcasing expertise in RTL design, digital design principles, and system-level architecture.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Designing and implementing firmware solutions for DDR memory controller calibration covering various DDR standards.
• Developing calibration algorithms to ensure reliable memory operation in varying conditions and improving their accuracy and speed.
• Creating and executing validation plans for firmware to confirm correctness and performance through system-level debug activities.
• Cooperating with silicon design and verification teams to sync calibration firmware with hardware attributes and system needs.
• Documenting calibration methods, firmware APIs, and algorithm functionalities following JEDEC specifications.
• Researching emerging DDR technologies to enhance calibration methods and supporting next-gen memory interfaces.

Requirements

Candidates must have the following qualifications:

• B.E/M.E/M.Tech or B.S/M.S in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• A minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• In-depth knowledge of system-level architecture, including familiarity with buses like AXI/AHB.
• Experience with circuit timing analysis and practical application of timing tools.
• Proficiency in C, with embedded systems experience considered a plus.
• Familiarity with memory technologies such as DDR4, DDR5, and compliance with JEDEC standards.
• Experience with memory controller initialization and training software.
• Skilled in version control systems like Perforce, ICManage, or Git.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team environment.

Education Requirements

Minimum educational qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, with at least 8 years of relevant experience.