Staff DFx Methodology Architect

Job Title

Staff DFx Methodology Architect

Role Summary

Responsible for DFx architecture, RTL implementation and methodology development for FPGA-SoCs and custom ASICs within AMD's AECG organization. Lead definition and delivery of DFx-IP features, timing and verification strategy, and cross-functional integration from design through silicon bring-up.

This senior engineering role combines hands-on RTL work with leadership, documentation and collaboration across design, verification, validation, CAD and product teams.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Posting describes significant prior success driving architecture, RTL, timing and tape-out; no specific years of experience stated.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include DFx architecture ownership, RTL implementation, timing and cross-functional coordination.

• Define and lead SoC DFx architecture, specifications and DFx-IP development.
• Produce and maintain DFx architecture documentation, including hardware and firmware interactions.
• Implement DFx features in RTL using Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Co-own timing objectives, design quality checks and waiver processes for DFx-IP.
• Collaborate with execution and verification teams to enable integration and validation across implementation flow.
• Work with design teams on verification test plans, timing targets and performance/power sign-offs.
• Engage with validation and product teams for test planning, silicon bring-up and debug.
• Contribute to front-end, DFx and timing methodology improvements.
• Drive technical innovation and mentor team members.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, tools and behaviors for success.

• Proven experience owning DFx architecture and driving DFx-IP to tape-out and production.
• Hands-on RTL implementation skills; Verilog/SystemVerilog required.
• Strong understanding of logic design, switching theory and timing; experience with timing sign-offs.
• Experience supporting silicon debug and diagnosis.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with design, verification, validation, CAD and product engineering teams.
• Experience with design quality checks, waivers and verification test-plan reviews.
• Scripting experience in Perl, Python or Tcl.
• Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills; experience mentoring or leading engineers.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent practical experience also acceptable if specified in company policy.

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.