Distinguished Memory Phy Architect

AMD AMD · Semiconductors · Boxborough, MA · Engineering

AMD is seeking a Distinguished Memory PHY Architect to shape the future of memory interface technology. This role involves defining, architecting, and delivering next-generation Memory PHY solutions in advanced CMOS technologies, influencing technical direction and guiding critical design decisions for future SoCs. The position focuses on deep technical ownership and architectural influence without requiring people management.

What you'd actually do

  1. Serve as a senior technical authority and architect for Memory PHY technology, shaping long-range roadmaps and architectural direction.
  2. Define and evolve architectures and specifications for advanced Memory PHYs, including DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, and HBM.
  3. Drive innovation in high-speed I/O circuit design, system-level analysis, power integrity, and signal integrity.
  4. Partner with cross-functional teams across Circuit Design, Layout, Logic Design, Physical Design, Firmware, Design Verification, and Post-Silicon organizations worldwide.
  5. Influence design quality and execution through design reviews, technical mentorship, and principled tradeoff decisions.

Skills

Required

  • Memory PHY technology
  • long-range roadmaps
  • architectural direction
  • advanced Memory PHYs
  • DDR
  • LPDDR
  • GDDR
  • HBM
  • high-speed I/O circuit design
  • system-level analysis
  • power integrity
  • signal integrity
  • Circuit Design
  • Layout
  • Logic Design
  • Physical Design
  • Firmware
  • Design Verification
  • Post-Silicon organizations
  • design reviews
  • technical mentorship
  • principled tradeoff decisions

Nice to have

  • Sustained technical impact on production Memory PHYs or high-speed I/O IP at advanced technology nodes.
  • Experience owning or shaping architecture across multiple successful tape-outs.
  • Deep expertise in high-speed analog and mixed-signal design, memory protocols, and system-level considerations.
  • Strong understanding of advanced CMOS technologies and modern design methodologies.
  • Track record of making sound technical decisions in complex, high-risk design spaces.
  • Ability to influence without formal authority and collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries.
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.