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ADVANCE THE WORLD.\nAt AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.\nAMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward.\n About the Department\nCentral DFX (CDFX) is a centralized ASIC design group within AMD’s Technology and Engineering organization. CDFX has a global footprint with design teams located in several AMD offices in North America and Asia. Our mandate is to optimize and standardize design methodology, design and implementation of critical Design-for-Test (DFT) and Design-for-Debug (DFD) features for complex state-of-the-art APU computing, game console and GPU graphics products. It is also responsible for DFX design methodology and CAD automation tools development to support the global DFX engineering teams across AMD.\nTHE PERSON:\nYou have a passion for modern, complex processor architecture, digital design, and verification in general. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skillsand are willing to learn and ready to take on problems.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nLead a team of DFT engineers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and performance feedback.\nUnderstand Design-for-Test (DFT) architecture\nImplement and deploy automated design flows to implement DFT features in a complex SOC ASIC design or IP subsystem\nSetup and execute design checks using both industry standard and in-house tools\nDeliver Perl, python, TCL scripts that provide scalable solutions key to DFT implementation\nMonitor CAD and/or IP regression results, debug failures and analyze coverage\nDevelop in-house automation, utilities, intranet web portal, AI/ML applications\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:\nExperience with Perl/Python/Shell scripting, C++, SQL\nExperience with AI/ML application \nGood object oriented programming skills\nDigital circuits and VLSI knowledge\nStrong problem solving skills\nGood written and oral communication skills\nTeam player with strong interpersonal skills\nACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:\nBachelorsor Mastersdegree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering\nLOCATION: Markham, ON\nBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.\nAMD 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.\nAMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.\n\nThis posting is for an existing vacancy.\nAbout the Department\nCentral DFX (CDFX) is a centralized ASIC design group within AMD’s Technology and Engineering organization. CDFX has a global footprint with design teams located in several AMD offices in North America and Asia. Our mandate is to optimize and standardize design methodology, design and implementation of critical Design-for-Test (DFT) and Design-for-Debug (DFD) features for complex state-of-the-art APU computing, game console and GPU graphics products. It is also responsible for DFX design methodology and CAD automation tools development to support the global DFX engineering teams across AMD.\nTHE PERSON:\nYou have a passion for modern, complex processor architecture, digital design, and verification in general. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills. 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