Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Principal Silicon Technology Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc$160K — $190K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in FPGA and ASIC development
  • Familiarity with advanced silicon technologies such as FinFET and GAA
  • Experience in product silicon development and NPI processes
  • Strong knowledge of development and tapeout for test vehicles
  • Proficiency in major EDA tools including device model and circuit simulation
  • Understanding of device reliability mechanisms and lifetime modeling
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science, advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate advanced silicon technologies and enable designs for FPGA and ASIC products
  • Conduct product WAT analysis and yield analysis during NPI phases
  • Coordinate design and tapeout of test chips for process validation
  • Collaborate with design, CAD, and PDK teams for robust product designs
  • Explore technology roadmaps to meet customer requirements

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Career development opportunities
  • Wellness programs and resources
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Engineer to serve as a technical authority and strategic contributor across the full product lifecycle of FPGA and ASIC solutions. This role encompasses advanced silicon technology evaluation, design enablement, process development, and manufacturing bring-up - spanning from early concept exploration through qualification and transfer to high-volume production (HVM).

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate must be familiar with advanced silicon technologies including manufacturing process, device physics, reliability mechanisms as well as foundry PDK support. A good understanding of FPGA and ASIC product development and yield ramp-up is desired. The candidate shall possess effective communication, good interpersonal skills and be able to work seamlessly with design teams, foundry partners and package/assembly vendors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for technology evaluation, design enablement and process development of FPGA and ASIC products in advanced nodes
  • Responsible for product WAT analysis, performance correlation and yield analysis during NPI in collaboration with foundry and design teams
  • Coordinate testchip design and tapeout for process and IP validation prior to NPI phase
  • Co-work with design, CAD & PDK teams to accomplish robust IP & product designs
  • Assist Silicon technology roadmap exploration to meet end customer requirements

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Familiar with advanced semiconductor technologies including FinFET, GAA, Backside Power etc.
  • Past experience of supporting product silicon development and NPI is required
  • Strong background in development and tape out of process and IP validation test vehicles
  • Working knowledge of IP and SoC analog and digital design flows with foundry PDK support experience
  • Experience with major EDA tools for device model, layout, circuit simulation, parasitic extraction, and physical verification
  • Familiarity with device reliability degradation mechanisms, test methods, and lifetime modeling
  • Working knowledge of 3DIC advanced packaging technologies including CoWoS and SoIC is a plus
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, decision-making and communication skills
  • Prior team leadership and management experience is a plus

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science, preferably with advanced degree (MS or PhD)


This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$9.7 billion
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