Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

GPU Hardware Security Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $130K — $180K *
Santa Clara, CA 95051In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering
  • 5-7 years of experience in GPU architecture and security
  • Strong understanding of register and firmware access protection
  • Expertise in RTL design and verification
  • Proficient in system-level modeling and threat analysis
  • Familiarity with AI tools for security issue resolution
  • Knowledge of GPU power/performance trade-offs

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and architect next-gen GPU IP features for enhanced security
  • Research attack vectors impacting customer data and GPU operation
  • Use AI tools to identify and rectify security vulnerabilities
  • Ensure compliance with industry security standards
  • Collaborate with SoC and IP teams on GPU security trends
  • Deliver architectural specifications to cross-functional teams
  • Guide execution teams on GPU security best practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

We are seeking a self-motivated GPU Hardware Security Architect to join our growing GPU Architecture team. In this role, you will help define AMD's next-generation GPU security architecture across AI/ML, Compute, and Discrete Gaming products.

The position will drive security features that protect register access, firmware interfaces, configuration controls, and sensitive customer data. Responsibilities include threat modeling, access-path analysis, security architecture, and cross-functional execution support, and require strong technical depth, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.

THE PERSON:

We are looking for an adaptive, self-motivated engineer to join our growing GPU architecture team. As a key contributor, you will be part of a leading team to drive AMD's market-leading GPU designs across AI/Machine Learning, Compute, and Discrete GPU gaming products. You will be involved with threat modeling, analyzing data and register access paths, and researching security features for our next-generation designs. The role requires a special combination of technical breadth, problem-solving, and soft skills. The GPU Security Architect is a cross-functional technical leader.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Investigate and architect next-generation GPU IP features that enhance protection of register access and sensitive customer data, while enabling forward-looking product capabilities.
  • Research and quantify attack vectors through which bad actors can gain access to customer data or GPU configuration, disrupt correct GPU operation, impact performance, or circumvent GPU protections.
  • Experienced in the use of AI tools to identify and resolve security issues.
  • Ensure AMD's security offerings meet industry standards and anticipate industry trends.
  • Work with AMD SoC and other IP teams to track trends and development directions for GPU security.
  • Write and deliver architectural specifications to development teams (HW, SW, Firmware, etc).
  • Architect new GPU algorithms to improve GPU security without compromising performance.
  • Provide technical and cross-functional debug support to execution teams, including Silicon bring-up.
  • Perform design and threat analysis of firmware and hardware, to ensure quality and robustness.
  • Deliver architecture specifications and/or review proposals from internal/external sources
  • Guide execution teams in comprehending and following GPU security guidelines.
  • Collaborate with internal AMD teams (Product and System Architects, RTL, PD, SW, Bring-up) to deliver best-in-class security solutions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Relevant work experience focused on computer architecture and security, with a strong understanding of the factors influencing register and firmware access protections at chip, system, and product levels.
  • Thorough knowledge of RTL design and/or verification.
  • Proven track record of providing and following through with pragmatic security requirements
  • Expert at tackling multi-variable problems via system-level modeling, testing and characterization, trend analysis/projection, and model verification.
  • Computing and Graphics architecture.
  • A drive to continuously learn and expand architectural breadth and depth.
  • Understands GPU security/power/performance, SW and FW access, and system-level trade-offs
  • Graphics Shader behavior is a benefit.
  • Knowledge of Machine Learning and AI usage is a benefit.
  • Threat modeling tools.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS
  • Accomplished listener who can analyze, abstract, communicate, and converge on the best ideas.
  • Develop strong partnerships over time with program stakeholders across the organization and development teams outside the organization.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, planning, and teamwork skills.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's in Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering or Masters in Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering or PhD in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.


LOCATION:

Santa Clara, CA

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This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
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