Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Staff Software Engineer - FPGA Logic Synthesis

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc$120K — $160K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering
  • Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and optimization
  • Proficiency in C++ programming
  • Background in logic synthesis, RTL synthesis, or EDA tools
  • Experience with multi-threaded programming
  • Analytical and debugging skills

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research to develop novel algorithms for logic synthesis and optimization
  • Deliver enhancements in quality of results (QOR) and system performance
  • Evaluate impact of new FPGA architecture features on tools
  • Modernize existing C++ codebases by retiring legacy implementations
  • Stay updated on trends in software and hardware relevant to algorithms
  • Design and develop innovative AMD technologies
  • Debug existing issues and explore more efficient solutions
  • Foster technical relationships with peers and partners

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Career development resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Wellness resources
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

AMD is seeking a highly motivated software engineer to work on core logic synthesis and optimization technologies within the Vivado FPGA toolchain. You will join a specialized team responsible for improving the performance, scalability, and quality of results (QOR) of AMD's FPGA implementation software, working with performance-critical systems used by customers worldwide.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate should be passionate about software engineering and possess leadership skills to drive sophisticated issues to resolution. Able to communicate effectively and work optimally with different teams across AMD.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Conduct research and development of novel algorithms for logic synthesis and optimization
  • Deliver multi-fold improvements in quality of results (QOR), runtime, and memory.
  • Evaluate new FPGA architecture features and their impact on existing implementation tools.
  • Modernize and extend mature C++ codebases by retiring legacy implementations and introducing new techniques
  • Stay informed of software and hardware trends and innovations, especially pertaining to algorithms and architecture
  • Design and develop new groundbreaking AMD technologies
  • Debug/fix existing issues and research alternative, more efficient ways to accomplish the same work
  • Develop technical relationships with peers and partners


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and optimization
  • Solid programming skills in C++
  • Solid foundation in software engineering, with strong analytical and debugging skills
  • Background in logic synthesis, RTL synthesis, EDA tools, compilers, or related optimization engines
  • Experience in working with multi-threaded / multi-process programs
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, distributed engineering environment and take ownership of complex problems


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent


This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
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