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# Hardware Engineer, Networking Switch Bring Up and Rack Level Performance Validation

- **Company:** Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $189,600
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Software Debugging, Linux, Dynamical Systems, Network Protocols, PCI Express, Remote Direct Memory Access, Signal Integrity, Systems Integration, Network Switches, Scripting, Performance Testing, Hardware Testing
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18891481/Hardware-Engineer-Networking-Switch-Bring-Up-Rack-Level-Performance-Validation-California-Santa-Clara

## About the Role

You are a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. You bring curiosity, persistence, and strong analytical thinking to root cause analysis and system bring-up. You're equally comfortable diving deep into schematics and collaborating with cross-discipline teams to deliver high-quality results., * Experience with board- and system-level bring-up and validation.

 * Familiarity with Cadence schematic and board layout tools.
 * Strong understanding of Linux and Python scripting for automation and testing.
 * Knowledge of network protocols such as RDMA, PCIe, and XGMI.
 * Proven ability to work with cross-functional engineering teams and external vendors.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

 * Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field preferred.

## Description

Join AMD's dynamic Systems Development team, where you'll play a key role in bringing cutting-edge servers and switch solutions to life. You will be at the center of SoC, board, and system-level integration-leading validation, new product introduction (NPI) qualification with OEM partners, and driving solutions through all stages of compliance and deployment.

This is a highly collaborative environment where you'll work alongside experts across hardware, software, power, thermal, signal integrity, and manufacturing teams, as well as engage directly with external vendors. Your work will have a direct impact on product quality, time-to-market, and AMD's success in the data center space., * Lead Switch System bring-up, System Rack Validation, and NPI qualification for server and switch hardware with OEM vendors.

 * Drive deployment and sustaining efforts for hardware solutions through all compliance stages.
 * Lead debug and root cause analysis of deployed systems by reviewing board layouts and schematics.
 * Collaborate cross-functionally with internal engineering teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
 * Gather system feature requirements, define detailed test plans, and execute hardware validation plans.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance system quality, reliability, and performance., AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.