THE PERSON:

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This position requires accountability for the quality and timeliness of outcomes within assigned projects or processes. The ideal candidate demonstrates problem-solving abilities through standard engineering methodologies and exercises independent judgment in complex technical decisions. Responsibilities include design and equivalent tasks within defined project scopes, covering test planning, creation, characterization, data analysis, and silicon debug for advanced process technologies.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sound understanding of Computer Architecture, including pipelining, caching, x86 architecture, and PC organization
Proficiency in software programming (Python, Ruby, C++, Java, C, or C#); scripting languages (Perl, Ruby, shell script, etc.)
Experience with Lean, XP, AGILE, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies
Familiarity with version control systems (GIT, SVN, CVS, etc.)
Industry experience in processor test development, validation, and/or debugging
Academic background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Digital Logic, and Circuit Theory
Experience with Linux/Unix and Microsoft Windows operating systems, as well as standard office applications
Strong collaborative capabilities and experience working with geographically diverse engineering teams

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PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Practical knowledge of silicon debug using ATE, including implementation of test specifications, pattern/vector development, and timing
Familiarity with Scan/ATPG methodologies, hardware compression, failure mechanisms, debug processes, and AC scan development
Experience with functional or cache resident testing
Understanding of modern SRAM cell operation, associated debug, test, and characterization; familiarity with Memory BIST engines
Background in analog/mixed-signal DFT for microprocessor architectures
Experience with Verigy 93K ATE platforms, including infrastructure and methodologies for connectivity-based testing
Strong communication and data presentation skills
Proficiency with diagnostic tools such as logic analyzers, voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and related equipment
Knowledge of JTAG IEEE 1149.1 specification and hardware description languages
Statistical analysis expertise for population means and outlier identification; Pareto analysis for debug processes
Relevant professional experience in any of the aforementioned areas is highly valued

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About the company

AMD

Company overview

AMD designs semiconductors and computing platforms used in PCs, gaming consoles, servers, and AI systems. The company’s best-known product families include Ryzen CPUs, Radeon GPUs, and EPYC server processors, plus adaptive computing products from the former Xilinx business. AMD sells to consumers through partner hardware makers and to enterprises and cloud providers for data center workloads. The company operates across research, chip design, software, and go-to-market functions globally.

Locations and presence

AMD is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with major hubs including Austin (Texas), Markham (Canada), and large engineering footprints across Asia-Pacific, including India. AMD runs a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote patterns depending on role and site, with employee-reported examples of hybrid schedules such as three days in-office.

Palpable Score

76.2

/ 100

AMD is a strong early-career target for students and recent graduates because AMD runs recurring internships and co-ops across regions, and AMD also posts “New College Graduate” roles rather than relying only on experienced hiring. The score is capped by uneven public transparency: AMD’s detailed job listing content is not consistently accessible without applying through the careers system, which limits what candidates can verify up front about stages, timelines, and pay across roles.

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Product Development Engineer

AMD