Hardware Development Eng.

Job description

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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 
Seeking a Power Test Engineer to support PSU validation and test automation for next-generation server power platforms. The role focuses on firmware validation, regression testing, hardware characterization, and automated test development for data center power products.

Candidate Profile

• Self-driven with strong analytical and debugging skills
• Hands-on experience in power electronics testing and lab instrumentation
• Able to work independently and collaborate across teams
• Committed to automation and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute functional, stability, and regression testing for server PSUs (FW validation)
• Validate power architectures (Totem-Pole PFC, LLC, digital control loops, protections)
• Develop and maintain automated test systems (Chroma, Python, C#)
• Operate lab equipment: AC sources, loads, power analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMMs, thermal chambers
• Utilize PMBus, I2C, UART, ModBus, CAN/CAN-FD for control, logging, and data validation
• Generate test plans, reports, and issue tracking documentation
• Support compliance validation (e.g., OCP ORV3 power shelf, capacitor shelf, BBU shelf, HVDC solutions)
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and system teams for root cause analysis and resolution

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years in server power validation
• Strong knowledge of power equipment control and setup
• Experience with automation frameworks, scripting, and lab integration
• Familiarity with PMBus and power management protocols
• Proficiency with tools such as Git, Jira, or Redmine
• Experience with datacenter power compliance testing is a plus

Education
master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Location
Taipei, Taiwan

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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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.