SerDes RTL Design Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc•San Jose, CA

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: AMD SerDes Technology team is searching for a passionate and innovative RTL design engineer to develop high-performance, multi-protocol wireline transceivers in state-of-the-art CMOS processes. THE PERSON: You have an innovative mindset and a passion for digital design, and verification in general. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are willing to learn and ready to take on problems.

Requirements

Proficient in logic design concepts and RTL coding using Verilog/System Verilog
Proficient in micro-architecture and developing design specifications
Proficient with design checker tools and/or functional verification tools
Knowledge of synthesis flow and static timing analysis
Knowledge of low power design and methodology
Experience in design with multiple clock domains
Experience in mixed signal design
Experience with Python, Perl, TCL and/or other scripting language
Experience with SerDes PHY (PMA/PCS) and/or high-speed I/O protocol is preferred
Bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

Collaborate with system link architects to micro-architect cutting edge high-speed SerDes PHY design
RTL design of digital blocks, such as calibration and adaptation loops, digital signal processing, clock-data-recovery
Apply low power design techniques and perform PPA analysis
Verify intended functionality with block-level test bench
Run design checker tools such as LINT/CDC/RDC etc.
Behavioral modeling of custom circuit using Verilog/System Verilog
Support functional verification and debug of design, and static timing closure
Collaborate with physical design and validation teams to perform pre-tape out design sign-off and silicon bring-up