Data Center Optical Transceiver Engineer

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHINGAt 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:AMD is looking for a highly experienced and technically hands-on Software Engineer to work on the development of diagnostic software for next-generation data center products. This role is critical to enabling early hardware validation, ensuring long-term reliability, and accelerating time-to-market for complex platforms.THE PERSON:The candidate will play a central role in board bring-up, high-speed interface validation, and network switch diagnostics, working closely with cross-functional teams to support platform power-on, debug, and production readiness.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead qualification and validation of high-speed data center optical transceivers (400G/800G/1.6T), including electrical, optical, and system-level testingDrive vendor optics evaluation and selection, ensuring performance, interoperability, and quality across multiple suppliersPerform system-level debug of optical links, including module, host (NIC/switch), and cable interactionsDefine and execute test plans for PAM4 (100G/200G per lane) links, including BER, SI, jitter, and compliance validationValidate compliance with industry standards and CMIS MSA and ensure robust diagnostics and control integrationDevelop automation tools (Python) for test execution, data analysis, and reportingCollaborate cross-functionally with ASIC, system, optics, and thermal teams to resolve complex integration issuesContribute to next-generation interconnect technologies, including 212G Linear Drive Optics, and emerging CPO/NPO/XPO implement solutionsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE5+ years in optical networking or high-speed data center interconnectsHands-on experience with QSFP-DD, OSFP, QSFP112, and 400G/800G/1.6T optical modules and DAC/AEC solutionsStrong background in system-level optics validation, SI/debug, and link bring-upExperience with vendor qualification and cross-vendor interoperability testingFamiliarity with switch/NIC platforms (e.g., Broadcom Tomahawk or equivalent) and host-side integrationACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: B.S. or M.S. in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or relatedLOCATION: Santa Clara, California.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.#LI-CS1Benefits 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.