Memory IO Architect

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THE ROLE: 

The candidate will be a Lead Member of the Memory I/O design team supporting the definition, specification, system simulation and implementation of future DDR,LPDDR,GDDR IPs. The focus of the activity will be centered around the circuit architecture and design of critical high-speed analog and digital blocks, definition of specifications for the high speed data path; definition of algorithms for calibration,  equalization; and development of abstracted models for link performance simulations. 

THE PERSON: 

The candidate will have analytical thinking and inventive spirit in combination with a solid understanding of risks and risk mitigation. Must have a strong/effective communication skills.  Must have enthusiastic team-first mentality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the definition of circuit architecture and to the design implementation of various state-of-the-art, low power blocks, and area efficient circuits for DDR,LPDDR,GDDR PHYs
• Develop models for link-level statistical performance simulation of the PHY (Link Training, PHY, DRAM, DB/RCD, DFE training, Transmit Equalization) and application of the same to the development and optimization of design.
• Documentation of the micro-architecture and algorithms, and guidance of Analog, Digital, Firmware and Verification teams on the training and verification of the circuits.
• Work closely with various disciplines, especially Analog Mixed Signal design, Digital Design and Firmware, as well as Design Verification to ensure optimal implementation of the overall PHY architecture and algorithms and full coverage of the features
• Participate and contribute to the definition of development flows that improve efficiency and quality of execution 
• Lead design liaison for post Silicon characterization and productization/volume production efforts 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• A proven successful track record in circuit-architecture and modeling for High Speed IOs
• Solid and hands-on knowledge of algorithms and equalization/calibration/clocking techniques for high-speed circuit design.
• Solid knowledge of industry-standard tools and best-in-class practices for PHY modeling, both in terms of abstracted models (e.g. Matlab/Simulink) as well as Verilog/AMS-based.
• Good knowledge of IO and system integration (signaling/equalization techniques, signal integrity, power integrity).
• Ability to dig into RTL or FW code supporting the custom circuit implementation

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Masters or PHD in Electrical or Computer Engineering - preferred 

LOCATION: Boxborough MA,  San Jose, CA 

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

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