Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Radiation Effects & RAS Silicon Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $150K — $180K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience with advanced silicon processes and architectures.
  • Deep understanding of radiation effects like SEU, SEL, SEFI, and TID.
  • Familiarity with FPGA and SoC architecture and software tools.
  • Strong self-management and independent execution capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop solutions addressing Single Event Effects (SEE) for FPGAs and space-grade silicon.
  • Create SEE PDKs, test vehicles, and radiation hardening solutions.
  • Define architecture specifications for XQR and Space-grade products.
  • Analyze technology scaling impacts on radiation sensitivity.
  • Build predictive models for radiation performance and competitive analysis.
  • Collaborate with Silicon Technology and Marketing teams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Flexible work schedule and hybrid work options.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Employee stock purchase plan and retirement contributions.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:
Join the Advanced Architecture, Technology & Verification Group and contribute to FPGA and SoC architecture definition and development with a focus on radiation effects and RAS. The team focuses on the architecture, development, and validation of commercial and radiation tolerant FPGA/ACAP solutions, for the Terrestrial (Telecom, Avionics, Automotive, Datacenter, AI, etc.) and Space markets. You will work as part of an advanced technology and design team with corporate responsibility for Single Event Effects (SEE), radiation effects and RAS mitigation solutions, and competitive technology analysis.

THE PERSON:

You have a passion for modern, complex silicon architecture and innovation in the field of radiation effects and RAS for terrestrial and space applications. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with other engineers located in different sites/timezones. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are willing to learn and ready to take on problems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Apply IC Design and Solid State Physics fundamentals to develop industry-leading solutions for Single Event Effects (SEE), including SEU, SEL, and SEFI, as they apply to FPGAs and space-grade silicon
  • Define and develop SEE PDKs (Product Design Kits), test vehicles, and system-level radiation hardening solutions; evaluate test vehicles at the FPGA level
  • Contribute to the architecture definition of XQR/Space-grade FPGA and SoC products, including SEE/RAS architectural specifications
  • Analyze semiconductor technology scaling and its impact on radiation sensitivity (Moore's Law and More than Moore)
  • Build predictive models for next-generation radiation performance, including competitive feature sets, power, and cost trade-offs
  • Collaborate closely with Silicon Technology, Advanced Architecture, and Marketing teams


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience at a leading semiconductor company in advanced silicon process technologies and architectures
  • Deep knowledge of radiation effects (SEU, SEL, SEFI, TID), including underlying physics and impact on semiconductor devices and FPGAs
  • Knowledge of FPGA and SoC architecture, implementation, and software tools
  • Self-driven, able to set direction and execute independently
  • Willingness to travel to worldwide test facilities, and development consortia


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics or equivalent.


Location: San Jose, CA, US

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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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
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