[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) · San Jose, California # Principal Systems Design Engineer San Jose, California Full-time Senior individual contributor Design Listed on Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)’s official careers site. Posted May 7, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)’s careers site →](https://careers-amd.icims.com/jobs/85365/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/) / Principal Systems Design Engineer ## Job 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 We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Lead / Principal Systems Design Engineer to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of AMD’s product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry-leading technologies to market. The Systems Design Engineering team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development. ### THE PERSON As a Leader in Systems Design Engineer ing, you will drive balanced, scalable, and automated solutions. In this high visibility position, your software systems engineering expertise will be necessary towards p roduct development, definition, and root cause resolution. ### KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design and implement compilers based on MLIR fused model to execute on NPU/GPU effectively Debugging issues found during the system integration to deliver accurate results Optimize the performance, such as fusion and tiling strategies Working with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on time PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Programming/scripting skills ( e.g. C/C++, Perl, Ruby, Python) Debug techniques and methodologies Extensive knowledge of system architecture, technical debug, and validation strategy - Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details - Must be a self-starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors or M asters degree in electrical or computer engineering LOCATION: San Jose, California #LI-JG1 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: May 7, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 164 days - Location: San Jose, California - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)’s careers site →](https://careers-amd.icims.com/jobs/85365/login) ## More jobs at Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) ### [AI Design Automation Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/4d8930bdfb6ea34d4c93/) San Jose, California ### [ASIC Design STA Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/59932d142c44a7949065/) San Jose, California ### [Analog/Mixed-Signal SerDes Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/6f209be4bd0243cf7fc1/) San Jose, California ### [Director FPGA Silicon Design Engineering](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/47dd21b1b2508bd5e84c/) San Jose, California ### [Electrical Packaging Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/advanced-micro-devices-amd/jobs/6b059be906d6065be102/) San Jose, California ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Seaborne Platform Systems - Design Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/36e3b5c2f65e59df0f8e/) General Dynamics · McLeansville, NC, US ### [Systems Engineer Principal – Lead Systems Engineer - Sign On Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/657e2c9d99a45a32a818/) BAE Systems · Boulder, Colorado, United States ### [Systems Engineer Sr Principal – Chief Systems Engineer - Sign On Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/500ef082f8a4f129959e/) BAE Systems · Boulder, Colorado, United States ### [Circuit Design Engineer, Principal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/78cd34d8da60b7b89600/) Lockheed Martin · Goleta, CA ### [Engineer Systems / Principal Engineer Systems - System Design & Tool Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/0b67ea298bad2b06d127/) Northrop Grumman · United States-Florida-Melbourne OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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