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THE ROLE:
The Memory IO team is looking for a passionate and experienced PHY DFT Architecture & System/Silicon Validation Lead for the development of high-speed LPDDR, DDR and inter-chip IO IPs. Be a part of the definition, design and development and productization phase of industry-leading Memory PHYs and interface IP. This opportunity includes enabling & validation of new PHY designs at the microarchitecture, firmware/hardware/system co-design, and algorithm design level.
Be a part of a team that delivers Industry leading IP and help our experts in RTL, FW, circuit and architecture teams develop leading edge Memory interfaces.
THE PERSON:
Have strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details. Must be a self-starter, leader, and able to independently drive tasks to completion. Will have strong interpersonal and communication skills
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and define PHY specific Design for Testing Features
- Define and drive PHY Silicon and System Validation Test Plans, Test Sequence creation, GUI/Flow development, & Quality Control.
- Coordinate & Enable IP Testing Readiness across R&D, Labs, IP Characterization, ESD testing, Unit & High Volume Testing, Board/system Design, SOCs and DRAM vendors.
- Work closely with firmware and BIOs team to drive post-silicon algorithm optimization and tuning
- Lead post-silicon training enhancements & validation to enable robust links for higher reliability / higher frequency margin
- Drive post-silicon execution across all stake holders and quality signoff.
- Being the front face of PHY supporting SOC, System, Testing Community and Customer Support
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Excellent knowledge of C, C++ and any scripting language; knowledge of Verilog, Python and IP firmware is preferred
- Ability to adapt learn new toolsets and frameworks is required
- Post-silicon experience on real hardware is required. Experience with DDR, LPDDR, Memory Controller, or MAC Design experience is preferred
- Strong understanding of computer organization/architecture, memory IO sub-system, and system level HW/SW/DRAM/DIMM related to memory interface.
- Laboratory experience, including the use of equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
- Experience in leading IP through High Volume Manufacturing Testing, System Bring-Up & Product Launch
- Experience with PHY low level, physical phenomena-oriented logic design is an asset (dealing with IO, clocking, voltage control, etc.)
- Knowledge of SIPI, Board design, JEDEC/DFI standard, and DRAM operations are strong plus.
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer engineering is required. Master's or PhD degree is a plus.
LOCATION: Boxborough MA, Markham ON, Vancouver BC, Folsom CA, Austin TX, Santa Clara CA
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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package. Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.
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