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System Level Test and Burn-In Equipment Development Lead

AMD Austin, Texas, United States

hybridfull-time
Posted Feb 24, 2026Apply by Feb 24, 2027
  • Role & seniority

    • Senior/lead role focused on system-level test and burn-in equipment for AMD microprocessor and graphics products; program management and cross-functional leadership required.
  • Stack/tools

    • Hardware/software integration (boards, firmware, software)

    • Lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters)

    • Modern PC hardware architecture

    • Hardware development budgets, procurement, scheduling

    • Microsoft products (Windows OS, Office)

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Deliver validated, production system-level test and burn-in equipment on time and with first-time-right quality, preserving yields and capacity

    • Lead cross-functional technical teams; manage schedules, design, build, validation, and deployment

    • Support internal customers and external test facilities; oversee procurement, vendor coordination, and hardware deployment

  • Must-have skills

    • Experience owning large-scale equipment development programs

    • Ability to lead technical teams, drive discussions, and manage project execution

    • Expertise in hardware architecture and integrating boards, firmware, and software

    • Proficient with lab instrumentation and generating technical documentation/presentations

    • Schedule, budget, and procurement management; issue closure impacting yield/hardware availability

    • Ability to run meetings, capture actions, and communicate at technical and executive levels

    • Proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office

  • Nice-to-ha

Full 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

  • This role is accountable for defining, building, validating, and deploying system level test and burn-in equipment solutions used for functional and reliability testing of AMD's microprocessor and graphics products.

THE PERSON

  • The right candidate will have solid knowledge of program management, impeccable track record of delivering complex software programs, and experience with Device Drivers, Firmware, Graphics technology, SOC product development and customer facing experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Owns delivering validated, production system level test and burn-in equipment solutions for new microprocessor and graphics products that meet on time delivery and first time right goals without compromising product yields and planned capacity
  • Leads and project manages cross-functional, technical teams to meet project goals
  • Oversees equipment schedule, budget, design, ordering, build, validation, and deployment
  • Proactively supports internal customers and external test facilities
  • Collaborates on new system level test and burn-in hardware designs and technology

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Experienced with owning large scale equipment development projects
  • Ability to direct a technical team, lead technical discussions, and project manage execution
  • Experienced with modern computer hardware architecture
  • Experienced with integrating boards, firmware, and software
  • Experienced with lab test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi-meters
  • Strong communication skills at both technical and executive levels, including the ability to create and discuss technical documentation and presentations
  • Owning and driving to closure issues that impact yield or hardware availability (e.g. Tiger teams)
  • Proficient in creating and maintaining hardware budgets
  • Familiar in driving material procurement and coordinating with vendors on key deliverables
  • Proficient in creating and maintaining hardware development and deployment schedules
  • Proficient in running meetings, including capturing minutes and actions with follow up

Proficient with Microsoft standard products: Windows Operating Systems and Office applications

PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Familiar with system level test hardware (microprocessor, graphics, or other)
  • Familiar with burn-in test hardware (microprocessor, graphics, or other)
  • Experienced with working with global teams

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Position requires a technology related Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree
  • Position requires experience in test and/or product engineering
  • PMP Certification preferred, but not required.
  • This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  • #LI-Hybrid

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. AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Program ManagementSoftware ProgramsDevice DriversFirmwareGraphics TechnologySOC Product DevelopmentCustomer Facing ExperienceEquipment Development ProjectsTechnical Team DirectionHardware ArchitectureBoard IntegrationLab Test EquipmentOscilloscopesLogic AnalyzersMulti-metersCommunication Skillsmulti-location

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