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MTS SOFTWARE SYSTEM DESIGN ENGINEER 

THE ROLE: 

We are looking for a Staff-level GPU Compute / AI Validation, Debug & Performance Engineer to lead validation, deep-debug, and performance optimization for next-generation GPU compute and AI platforms. This role requires strong expertise in GPU architecture, parallel computing, and AI workloads, along with the ability to drive cross-functional technical initiatives in a global MNC environment.

The ideal candidate will own complex validation areas, act as a technical authority for GPU compute/AI debug and performance, and influence architecture and design decisions through data-driven insights.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

GPU Compute / AI Validation Leadership

• Own end-to-end validation strategy for GPU compute and AI workloads (HPC, ML, DL).
• Define validation scope, coverage, and success metrics for compute pipelines.
• Lead post-silicon validation, silicon bring-up, and feature readiness for GPU compute.
• Ensure functional correctness across drivers, firmware, runtime, and frameworks.

Advanced Debug & Root Cause Analysis

• Act as debug lead for complex GPU compute/AI issues spanning HW, FW, drivers, runtimes, and OS.
• Debug GPU hangs, page faults, ECC errors, memory corruption, and scheduler failures.
• Analyze failures using GPU traces, register dumps, crash dumps, JTAG, logs, windbg, counters and using AMD different profiler/debugger tools.
• Work directly with architecture, RTL, and design teams to influence fixes and mitigations.

Performance Analysis & Optimization

• Lead performance characterization and optimization for AI and compute workloads.

• Identify bottlenecks across compute units, memory bandwidth, cache, interconnect, and power.
• Drive workload-aware optimizations for training and inference use cases.
• Validate performance-per-watt and scalability against product and architectural goals.

Automation, Tools & Infrastructure

• Architect and drive automation frameworks for compute/AI validation and performance.
• Develop tooling using Python to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and regression systems.

• Enable data-driven decision making through dashboards and performance tracking.

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence

• Drive cross-team alignment with architecture, RTL, firmware, driver, compiler, and AI software teams.
• Influence architectural decisions through early validation and performance feedback.

• Represent the team in global technical forums and design reviews.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION: 

Technical Expertise

• 8+ years of experience in GPU compute / AI validation, debug, or performance
• Deep understanding of GPU architecture and parallel compute models
• Strong experience with AI/ML and HPC workloads
• Expertise in GPU drivers, runtimes, and system software (Linux and Windows)
• Hands-on experience with GPU profiling and debug tools

• Proficiency in Python, Groovy, Github, Linux, Window, CI/CD, Test Development and performance analysis 

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven technical leadership at Senior/Staff level
• Ability to lead ambiguous, high-impact problem areas
• Strong communication skills
• Mentoring and design-review experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Product development or systems engineering background with hardware platforms and their software & firmware ecosystems 

• Excellent verbal communication and written, presentation skills 
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, planning, and technical leadership skills 
• Proven record of accomplishment in delivering large multi-functional product solutions 
• Experience working in a fast-paced matrixed technical organization and multi-site environment  
• Experience with ROCm, or similar compute stacks
• Experience with compiler or runtime optimizations for AI workloads
• Knowledge of power, thermal, and reliability (RAS) aspects of GPUs
• Prior experience in leading GPU or AI accelerator products

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or equivalent 

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