Analog/Mixed-Signal SerDes Design Engineer

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 The candidate will be responsible for the design of high-speed ADC-based receivers, DAC-based transmitters, or silicon photonics transceivers. AMD Serdes Technology Group develops high-performance, multi-protocol wireline transceivers in state-of-the-art CMOS process. We are currently seeking an analog/mixed-signal design intern to join our world-class team.

The Person A motivated and detail‑oriented individual who communicates clearly, collaborates well with others, and approaches complex design challenges with curiosity and a strong problem‑solving mindset. They are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and able to work effectively in a fast‑paced, research‑driven environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define circuit architectures optimized for high bandwidth electrical and optical links
• Perform link level simulation in Matlab and/or SPICE to prove the architecture
• Perform design and modeling of on-die RF passive components (e.g., inductors and capacitors) and/or optical structures
• Design circuit components (e.g., DAC, SAR-ADC, S/H, Analog Front-End, PLL, reference generation, clock distribution) required to implement the architecture in advanced FinFET process

Preferred Experience

• Experience in design & simulation of analog/mixed signal circuits (ADC, DAC, CTLE, PLL, Clocking circuits..etc) for SerDes links
• Hands on experiences in CMOS circuit designs with advanced technology nodes
• Proficient in CAD Tools for simulations and design implementation
• Experience design of wireline and optical transceiver building blocks
• Good communication skills
• Strong circuit design experiences in high-speed SerDes
• A penchant for problem solving

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• BS or MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering

LOCATION: Markham, Vancouver, Ottawa

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