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AMD Hiring Field Application Engineer

AMDSan Jose, CA

  • $107k – $107k / year
  • 0–2 years
  • Entry level
  • Experienced
  • Full time

Overview

Job Description

At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. We are looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don't shy away from humanity's challenges but are determined to help solve them.

AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger: technology that moves the world forward.

The Role

Are you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and making a real-world impact? Join our Field Applications Engineer Rotational Program, a comprehensive 18-month journey designed to develop the next generation of Field Applications Engineers specializing in FPGA technologies. This program provides immersive experiences across multiple disciplines, empowering you with the technical expertise and business acumen to thrive in a dynamic, customer-facing role.

The Person

We are looking for passionate, tech-savvy, and driven recent graduates or entry-level engineering professionals who want to learn and apply their technical degrees in a dynamic job.

Key Responsibilities

As a participant in this program, you will:

  • Rotate through 3-4 departments, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as:
    • FPGA architecture and design.
    • Pre-sales engineering and technical marketing.
    • Customer support and application debugging.
    • Training development and delivery for customers and internal teams.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems using FPGA-based solutions.
  • Engage directly with customers to identify their challenges, propose solutions, and support implementation.
  • Gain in-depth knowledge of FPGA hardware, software tools, and design methodologies.
  • Develop and present technical demos, proofs-of-concept, and training materials.

Preferred Experience

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Understanding of digital design, FPGA architectures, and hardware description language (VHDL/Verilog)
    • Familiarity with FPGA development tools (e.g., Vivado, Quartus)
    • Knowledge of embedded systems, signal processing, or high-speed interfaces is a plus
    • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent communication and presentation abilities
    • Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-first mindset
    • Eagerness to learn, adapt, and tackle challenges in diverse environments
    • Passion for solving challenging customer problems and sharing solutions to your peers
  • Other Requirements:
    • Willingness to travel as needed for customer interactions or training

Academic Credentials

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Skills mentioned

  • Embedded Systems
  • Verilog
  • VHDL
  • FPGA
  • Signal processing
  • Vivado
  • Quartus

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