Senior Software Engineer - C++​/JTAG Tools

Senior Software Engineer - C++ / JTAG Tools

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At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next‑generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary.

The right engineer will design and develop Scandump and JTAG tools for AMD products through leadership & coordination, resolution of technical dependencies, and achievement of schedule commits. This is a high‑visibility and widely multi‑functional role, spanning pre‑silicon architecture to post‑silicon implementation & product delivery.

Your curiosity will drive your learning and innovation to improve how we as a group, and an organization, can get better every day. Your peers will provide you a results‑oriented and encouraging environment for your career growth, fueling your opportunity to be a part of Delighting Our Customers.

• Must have C++ development skills.
• Design and develop Scandump and JTAG tools - Hardware Debug experience a strong positive.
• Work across engineering teams and subject areas spanning DFT, firmware, hardware, and software.
• Coordinate debug of issues and drive them to closure.
• Pull together meetings, set up clear agendas and follow up on action items.
• Make tough decisions such as priority calls based on partial or incomplete data.
• Proactively drive continuous improvement for Scan tool.
• Must be a self‑starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion.

• Hands‑on experience with JTAG tools and Scandump.
• Understanding of DFT, Verilog, X86 architecture.
• Python or other scripting experience a strong plus.
• Software design engineering background with hardware platforms and their software & firmware ecosystems.
• Excellent verbal communication and written, presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, planning, and technical leadership skills.
• Proven record of accomplishment in delivering large multi‑functional product solutions.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced matrixed technical organization and multi‑site environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or equivalent preferred.
• LOCATION:
  
  Austin, Texas

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