Lead Server Systems Debug Engineer

Job Title

Lead Server Systems Debug Engineer

Role Summary

Lead Server Systems Debug Engineer on the Server Systems Debug Engineering team responsible for system, firmware and SoC-level debug, validation and root-cause analysis for server products. Works cross-functionally to drive debug strategy, tooling, and methodology to improve product quality and delivery.

High-visibility role focused on technical problem solving, automation, and coordinating with hardware, firmware and software teams to resolve complex issues.

Experience Level

Senior. (Title indicates lead/senior level; years of experience not specified.)

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include system-level debug, validation and driving technical improvements across tools and methodologies.

• Develop debug and validation tools, scripts, and automation to improve lab and test capabilities.
• Debug issues during bring-up, validation, and production phases of SoC and server platform programs.
• Perform board/platform-level analysis, sequencing, and optimization.
• Use lab equipment such as protocol/logic analyzers and oscilloscopes for signal-level debug.
• Collaborate with SoC, firmware, software, manufacturing, and test teams to identify root causes and deploy fixes.
• Track test execution and feature validation to meet delivery schedules.
• Participate in system modeling and cross-functional technical initiatives.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and candidate expectations.

• Extensive board/platform-level debug and validation experience.
• Deep understanding of system architecture and debug/validation strategy.
• Experience with lab instrumentation: protocol/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Programming/scripting in one or more of: C/C++, Perl, Ruby, Python.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and persistence.
• Self-starter able to drive complex tasks to completion with limited supervision.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and lead collaborative efforts across teams.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering highly 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.