CPU Verification Engineer

About the Role

AMD is dedicated to advancing technology that positively impacts lives worldwide, driving innovation in supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI sectors. We are seeking an experienced CPU Verification Engineer to join our Cores Organization, which delivers leading-edge CPUs and caches integral to AMD's server, client, and gaming products. This role is based in Dublin or Cork, Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform functional verification for high-speed microprocessor designs, including developing infrastructure and directed/random test suites at behavioral RTL and gate levels across SoC, Core, and block hierarchies.
• Create environments, infrastructure, and detailed test plans for both full-chip and standalone block verification, utilizing simulation and debug tools along with programming skills grounded in architectural and HDL design understanding.
• Design, execute, and troubleshoot directed x86 assembly tests and random exercisers to validate processor functionality and testability, leveraging programming in C/C++, Perl, Assembly, and strong logic simulation abilities.
• Coordinate deliverables with RTL, DFT, Implementation, and manufacturing teams across disciplines and sites.
• Analyze functional and code coverage metrics and adapt or develop tests to fulfill coverage goals.

Preferred Experience

• Expertise in ASIC verification at the IP level.
• Experience working with clock and reset blocks within SoCs is strongly preferred.
• Proficient programming skills in x86 assembly, C/C++, Perl, and Ruby with solid logic simulation knowledge.
• Strong command of Verilog and System Verilog HDL.
• Familiarity with modern computer architecture concepts is advantageous.
• Knowledge of DFT methods including JTAG-1149.x, Memory/Logic/I-O BIST, and scan design techniques (LSSD/MuxD).
• Previous verification work on microprocessor designs is beneficial.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Perl, Ruby, Makefile, and shell scripts preferred.
• Leadership or mentorship experience is considered an asset.

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional verification experience.

Additional Information

AMD offers competitive benefits and fosters an inclusive, equal opportunity work environment supporting diverse applicants and accommodations throughout recruitment. AI might be used for applicant screening in accordance with AMD’s Responsible AI Policy.