Physical Design Engineer
AMD · Posted Oct 27
High-performance processors, graphics cards, data center solutions, and AI accelerators
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About the role
AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI, and this role joins the VLSI backend team working on library management using CAD supported tools alongside AI-driven automation. The team provides a critical enabling function for the Front End and Back End teams. This Physical Design Library Engineer owns the end-to-end library delivery pipeline — from lib generation to tile owner unblocking — and builds AI-powered tools and dashboards to improve team efficiency and visibility.
What you will do
- Own and execute the LibBuilder flow for standard cell and memory library generation
- Drive MemView generation for memory compiler outputs across multiple PVT corners and process nodes
- Maintain library quality and consistency across NDM, Liberty (.lib), LEF, and timing model deliverables
- Track and manage PVT corner coverage — ensure all required corners (SS, FF, TT, low voltage, high temperature) are generated and validated
- Serve as the primary point of contact for library-related issues raised by tile and block owners
- Proactively follow up with internal teams (design, DFT, timing) and external teams (foundry, IP vendors, memory compiler vendors) to resolve library blockers
- Unblock tile owners on NDM / PVT mismatch issues — diagnose root cause, coordinate fix, and validate resolution
- Coordinate with CAD team to ensure the latest compiler versions, EDA tool updates, and flow scripts are adopted in a timely manner
- Perform basic to intermediate debug of library generation failures — identify issues in lib characterization, corner mapping, or MemView configuration
- Triage and escalate complex issues to the right teams with clear problem statements and reproduction steps
- Maintain a library issue tracker — log, prioritize, and close issues with documented root cause and fix
- Comfortable working with AI-assisted tools (Genie, Claude Code, Copilot) for day-to-day productivity — querying, scripting, and automation
- Develop, enhance, and maintain AI-generated dashboards for library health, flow status, and PVT coverage visibility
- Proactively identify opportunities to automate repetitive library tasks using AI and scripting
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Having 4+Years of experience in Physical Design
- Timing concepts
- Different file formats, lef/def/oasis
- Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in related discipline preferred
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About AMD
AMD is a global semiconductor company that designs high-performance central processing units (CPUs), graphics processing units (GPUs), and adaptive processors for data centers, personal computers, gaming consoles, and embedded systems. The company specializes in advanced computing solutions and AI accelerators, positioning itself as a major leader in modern high-performance and artificial intelligence hardware. Through strategic developments and acquisitions, AMD continues to expand its ecosystem across cloud infrastructure, enterprise computing, and physical AI.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 31000 employees
- Founded
- 1969-05-01
- Location
- Santa Clara, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company
- 2007-11-16Post Ipo
Leadership
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Executive Vice President and General Manager, Data Center Solutions Business Group
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