Sys/Test Validation Engineer at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

, , China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Scripting, Communication Skills, Technical Expertise, Software Testing, Problem-Solving, Computer Architecture, BIOS Validation, Debugging, Project Planning, Automation, Client Operating Systems, Virtualization Software, Stress Testing, EDK2 BIOS, Silicon Design, BIOS Design

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 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. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: AMD BIOSQA team is part of Global validation team and be responsible to develop new test cased for new features and verify differentiated BIOS release (including AGESA and Platform) for all AMD CRBs. You'll be working with global BIOS design team and validation team in order to release qualified BIOS firmware before customer release. THE PERSON: BIOSQA leader responsible for test case develop and BIOS verification in AMD Shanghai Research and Development Center (SRDC). Systems are integrated combinations of hardware components (CPUs, graphics, memory, IO adapters, peripherals, and BMCs) and software components (firmware, drivers, OS, virtualization, and system management). This individual will interface with Marketing, Silicon design, Software and Hardware design, and Validation teams to develop new test cased, define validation strategy and drive validation execution for new silicon and platforms, provide detailed technical direction to the validation engineers. Evaluate risks for the situations where is schedule/time limitations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Define comprehensive validation coverage of BIOS release which including platform and AGESA (AMD Generic Encapsulated Software Architecture) Define test scope based on firmware and platform feature list Motherboard and system specification, negotiate features with input teams and BIOS design team Develop test cases for new features introduced and validate features from BIOS Negotiate solid solutions to technical issues and design challenges Ensure all processes are met in development BIOS validation, characterization, and debug of existing and new microprocessor and chip-set products Ability for BIOS level debug and triage to find out the key component cause failure Project planning, status tracking, and reporting to senior management Drive validation efficiency and quality improvement Manage and improve customer experience of APU/CPU products from firmware experience Contribute to client system development processes, team development, tool development Develop/improve automation script to automate test cases. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience of scripting (Perl, python, ruby, etc.) Excellent communication skills, requires good written and oral communication in English. Demonstrate the ability to communicate with a variety of engineering disciplines and management. Requires experience and demonstrated technical expertise in the development & execution of platform level functional test plans. Prior experience with software testing tools and environments, defect tracking, and revision control Strong problem-solving skills and decision making Familiar with Microsoft Client Operating Systems, Linux Operating Systems, virtualization software (VMware, Xen, et al), and validation/certification processes for each of these environments Familiar with client system component compatibility and stress testing Familiar with high performance client IO adapters, drivers, and stress testing Familiar with general Computer Architecture concepts Familiar with EDK2 BIOS test development environment will be considered a plus Experienced in leading silicon, BIOS design and bring up will be considered a plus. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor or Master, major in EE, CS or related area. At least 5 years directly related experience. An advanced degree will be considered a plus 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves developing new test cases for BIOS releases and verifying BIOS firmware before customer release. The engineer will interface with various teams to define validation strategies and drive execution for new silicon and platforms.