Job Description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading-edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.

THE ROLE: Join AMD's engineering lab operations team and help enable the testing, validation, and development of next-generation technologies. In this hands-on role, you will partner closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to execute lab work orders, support product debug activities, and ensure critical testing objectives are completed safely, efficiently, and with a high level of quality. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic technical environment while contributing directly to key product development milestones.

THE PERSON: The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically curious, and thrives in a collaborative lab environment. You enjoy working with hardware, following structured test processes, troubleshooting issues, and partnering with engineers to solve complex challenges. Strong analytical thinking, a commitment to quality, and effective communication skills will help you succeed in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and maintain power, performance, and characterization test platforms.

• Execute validation and characterization test plans on pre-production CPU and GPU products.

• Collect, analyze, and document test results with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Assist engineering teams with hardware, software, and system-level debug activities.

• Monitor test systems and ensure adherence to lab processes and operational procedures.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product validation and bring-up efforts.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working in a semiconductor test lab, manufacturing, or engineering support environment.

• Understanding of PC hardware, system architecture, and component interactions.

• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and scripting/programming concepts such as Python.

• Exposure to performance, power, thermal, or silicon validation testing.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education preferred.

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Relevant technical training, vocational coursework, or certifications are a plus.

LOCATION: Austin, Texas, US

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #LI-LC2

*Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

*AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

*AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

*This posting is for an existing vacancy.