Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc•Secaucus, NJ

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. Step into the role of Sr Staff Electrical Engineer and become a pivotal part of our innovative team. You'll spearhead the design and debugging of advanced cloud compute server systems and PCB boards, driving projects from early concept through to production launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with external customers and suppliers to ensure top-tier product development. This role offers a dynamic environment where you'll balance cost, performance, quality, and schedule, all while pushing the boundaries of technology. AMD's Data Center Platform Engineering Group DPEG} is designing, building and delivering innovative technology infrastructure enabling the digital world. We create cloud-enabling server solutions that help the world’s leading companies turn their ideas into reality. Our customers are future-focused and so are we, always a step ahead of the next challenge. As experts in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, we’re the bridge between problem and solution for the world’s leading cloud and telecom providers. Our customers depend on us to solve their most complex server design needs. Come and join our Data Center Platform Engineering Group where we are building amazing, powered products with amazing people. We seek a visionary leader with a knack for problem-solving and decision-making. You should be a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly. Your collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork will be essential in achieving our goals. Passion for technology and a drive for innovation are key traits for success in this role.

Requirements

Expertise in analog and digital design
Proficiency in high-speed serial interface design
In-depth knowledge of high-frequency PCB layout design
Strong debugging skills for system-level and board-level designs including signal integrity issues
Familiarity with power distribution techniques as well as server CPU and GPU system architectures
Ability to implement and debug high-speed serial and parallel interfaces (SAS/SATA, PCIe, USB, backplane Ethernet, DDR, etc.)
Skilled in feature and cost trade-off analysis
Ability to create detailed specifications and design guides
Exceptional leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

Lead the development of system-level architectures and board-level implementations
Prepare and oversee specifications, BOM, design, and schematic entry
Supervise design work by junior engineers and external suppliers
Make critical decisions related to PCB layout guidelines and supervise Layout Engineers
Utilize simulation tools to analyze designs and ensure they meet requirements
Work hands on in system bring-up and testing, and system-level and board-level debugging
Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely, high-quality product development
Specify and oversee production test methods
Balance cost, performance, quality, and schedule to drive project success