Memory IO DFT Architect & Silicon Validation Lead - Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

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THE ROLE:

The Memory IO team is looking for a passionate and experienced PHY DFT Architecture & System/Silicon Validation Lead for the development of high-speed LPDDR, DDR and inter-chip IO IPs.  Be a part of the definition, design and development and productization phase of industry-leading Memory PHYs and interface IP.  This opportunity includes enabling & validation of new PHY designs at the microarchitecture, firmware/hardware/system co-design, and algorithm design level.  

Be a part of a team that delivers Industry leading IP and help our experts in RTL, FW, circuit and architecture teams develop leading edge Memory interfaces. 

THE PERSON:

Have strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details. Must be a self-starter, leader, and able to independently drive tasks to completion. Will have strong interpersonal and communication skills 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and define PHY specific Design for Testing Features
• Define and drive PHY Silicon and System Validation Test Plans, Test Sequence creation, GUI/Flow development, & Quality Control.
• Coordinate & Enable IP Testing Readiness across R&D, Labs, IP Characterization, ESD testing, Unit & High Volume Testing, Board/system Design, SOCs and DRAM vendors.
• Work closely with firmware and BIOs team to drive post-silicon algorithm optimization and tuning
• Lead post-silicon training enhancements & validation to enable robust links for higher reliability / higher frequency margin
• Drive post-silicon execution across all stake holders and quality signoff.
• Being the front face of PHY supporting SOC, System, Testing Community and Customer Support  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Excellent knowledge of C, C++ and any scripting language; knowledge of Verilog, Python and IP firmware is preferred
• Ability to adapt learn new toolsets and frameworks is required
• Post-silicon experience on real hardware is required. Experience with DDR, LPDDR, Memory Controller, or MAC Design experience is preferred
• Strong understanding of computer organization/architecture, memory IO sub-system, and system level HW/SW/DRAM/DIMM related to memory interface.
• Laboratory experience, including the use of equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
• Experience in leading IP through High Volume Manufacturing Testing, System Bring-Up & Product Launch
• Experience with PHY low level, physical phenomena-oriented logic design is an asset (dealing with IO, clocking, voltage control, etc.)
• Knowledge of SIPI, Board design, JEDEC/DFI standard, and DRAM operations are strong plus.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer engineering is required. Master's or PhD degree is a plus.

LOCATION: Boxborough MA, Markham ON, Vancouver BC, Folsom CA, Austin TX, Santa Clara CA

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