CPU Core Tools and Documentation Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. • Austin, TX

54d • Hybrid

About The Position

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: As a CPU Core Tools & Documentation Engineer, you will have a unique opportunity to work with the entire design community from the CPU Cores to SOC teams, providing tools and supporting to produce and deliver internal and external documentation for AMD's next-generation CPU. THE PERSON: You enjoy working as part of a team and have strong collaboration skills. You possess both strong verbal and written communication skills. You enjoy automation to save time and effort but also to provide flexibility and configurability. You enjoy learning new skills that help you to work more effectively and efficiently. Does this describe you? If so, then join us!

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and OpenOffice software
• Familiar with automating tasks with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.
• Experience creating and using structured documentation (e.g., Extensive Markup Language, XML, and Open Document Text, ODT).
• Ability to work in Linux/Unix as well as Windows based systems.
• Comfort with scripting such as Perl, Python, Ruby, Shell and/or TCL.
• Understanding of and experience with Revision Control Systems (e.g., Perforce, CVS, Subversion, GIT, etc.)
• Highly motivated to seek out solutions and willing to learn new skills to fulfill job requirements
• Excellent writing skills in the English language, editing and organizational skills required
• Good understanding of engineering terminology used within the semiconductor industry
• BS, MS, or PhD degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field of study.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity or first-hand experience with CPU Design
• Experience with x86 or other CPU Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)
• Understanding of IT Infrastructure such as servers, networking, storage, operating systems, etc.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of the delivery of technical documentation for AMD's CPU Cores.
• Develop tools and methods to automate and improve delivery of documentation.
• Collaborate with a team of architects and hardware engineers to take technical documentation content and deliver the content into X86 Processor Programming Reference and/or Architecture Programming Manuals.
• Create, edit, drive legal and technical reviews, and publish technical documentation (errata, data-books, white papers, application notes, Processor Programming Reference, and Web page content) via revision control or as specified by the document owners and process.
• Proactively solicit feedback to ensure delivered documents meet customer requirements including accessibility, relevance, accuracy, clarity, consistency, and timeliness.
• Partner with the CPU design team to create and maintain specific design files for input into the document delivery process.

Benefits

• AMD benefits at a glance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees