MTS Silicon Design Engineer

Job Title

MTS Silicon Design Engineer

Role Summary

Lead verification engineer within AMD's Network Technologies Solutions Group, responsible for verification of networking IP, subsystems, and SoCs. The role defines verification strategy, builds scalable UVM-based environments, and drives functional and performance signoff for next-generation networking products.

Experience Level

Mid-level.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead verification of complex networking IP, subsystems, and SoCs.
• Define verification strategy and develop scalable environments for high-speed Ethernet, PCIe, DMA, and related technologies.
• Drive functional and performance verification to product signoff.
• Design and implement UVM-based testbench architectures for IP, subsystem, and SoC-level verification.
• Create test plans, feature mappings, and coverage strategies for complex networking and data-path IP.
• Verify packet processing, switch fabrics, traffic management, and related networking functions.
• Execute verification plans and debug architectural, RTL, and testbench issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the verification team.

Requirements

Core qualifications and skills required or preferred:

• Must-have: Expert-level SystemVerilog and UVM knowledge; hands-on experience with SystemVerilog simulators and waveform debuggers.
• Must-have: Proven experience verifying complex IP/subsystems with structured test plans and coverage methodologies; strong debug skills across architecture, RTL, and testbench layers.
• Nice-to-have: Scripting for automation (Python, Perl, Shell, Tcl, or equivalent).
• Nice-to-have: Experience with industry protocols such as PCIe, AXI, Ethernet, and DMA engines.
• Other: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent verbal and written communication; ability to lead verification tasks and drive cross-team closure.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required; Master’s degree 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.