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At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we're looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don't shy away from humanity's challenges but are determined to help solve them.
AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward.
THE TEAM
The Data Center GPU and Accelerated Processing Team delivers AMD products for Data Center, Machine Learning, and High-Performance Computing.
The Platform
Emulation team (PEMU) is an integral part of the Data Center GPU and Accelerated Processing group responsible for pre-silicon activities to support product bring-up and launch.
THE ROLE
AMD is seeking a Platform Emulation Software Engineer to join our Data Center GPU organization. Our products support the rapidly scaling Data Center and High-Performance Compute infrastructure. You will be an integral member of the Platform Emulation team responsible for:
Designing and implementing GPU applications in CUDA/C++ to enhance pre-silicon verification
Writing tools to improve the efficiency of debugging hardware on emulation
Building and executing GPU benchmarks/applications on the emulator
Developing emulation infrastructure and tools
You will work alongside a team of innovative engineers to support the deployment of AMD's Instinct ML products targeting Supercomputers and Data Center workloads.
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate is an energetic, motivated engineer, excellent communication skills,
and a solid technical foundation in GPU programming, & GPU architecture knowledge. This individual brings critical thinking, cross collaborate, and the ability to engage credibly with team members.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and implement GPU applications in CUDA/HIP to enhance pre-silicon verification
Develop tools and automation to improve the efficiency of debugging hardware on emulation
Run and collect data for analysis on AMD's high-end emulators and simulation models
Develop scripts/tools to parse and analyze data from emulation runs
Run and collect functional and performance data for AI/ML workloads
Collaborate with senior engineers to support debug of hardware-related failures and performance issues observed on emulation
Attend weekly meetings, provide status communication, and deliver technical presentations
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Strong knowledge of computer hardware architecture (GPU/CPU, memory hierarchy, interconnects, caches) Excellent programming skills in:
C, C++
Python
Tcl
EXPERIENCE OR UNDERSTANDING OF
Shared memory concurrent programming
Relaxed memory models
Cache coherency
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting
Knowledge of computer software architecture and boot flow (boot code, BIOS, device drivers, OS)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Willingness to learn and think outside the box
NICE TO HAVE
Exposure to Verilog/SystemVerilog and waveform-based debug
Experience with ML workloads and profiling/performance analysis
Familiarity with APIs/platforms such as ROCm, OpenCL, OpenGL, Vulkan
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Data Center and Machine Learning use cases and workloads
High-Performance Computing architecture and use cases
How GPU-based software workloads interact with real hardware in a pre-silicon environment
Pre-silicon development and testing technologies
Hands-on emulation run and debug techniques
Deep dives into performance analysis, code tracing, and debug on large-scale GPU platforms
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Master’s degree in a technical discipline or MBA is a plus.
LOCATION
Markham, Canada preferred, open to Austin, TX.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal prospect, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
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This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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