Staff Digital Design Engineer

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  • AMD
  • Penicuik, Midlothian
  • Full-Time
  • 2 days ago
  • £52,780 - £75,400
Published
May 11, 2026
Location
Penicuik, United Kingdom
Job Type

Staff Digital Design Engineer: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role: A senior engineering role to research, develop and productize parameterized DSP and linear algebra IP for AMD FPGA and AIE hardware.
  • The Person: Design, verify and productize DSP and linear algebra IP targeting AMD FPGA programmable logic and AIE array processors while collaborating with peer teams and improving internal processes.
  • Requirements: Proficient in VHDL, System Verilog, C/C++, Python, TCL, Digital Signal processing, Linear Algebra, and experience with GIT, Perforce, Unix, LSF, Perl.

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

As a Staff level Design Engineer you will focus on the research, development and productization of parameterized IP for inclusion to AMD IP libraries targeting AMD FPGA hardware.

 

THE PERSON

You will have a passion for digital design, innovative solutions, and digital signal processing. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving skills and ready for continuous learning.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Research, design, development and productization of DSP and linear algebra IP solutions which target AMD FPGA programmable logic and AMD AIE array processors.
  • Verification and validation of these designs.
  • Collaboration with peer teams.
  • Collaboration for continuous improvement of internal processes and techniques.

KEY SKILLS

  • Proficient in HDL, design capture and metadata languages (VHDL, System Verilog, C/C++, Python, TCL)
  • Proficient in Digital Signal processing and Linear Algebra
  • Expert in digital design techniques, especially for high speed
  • Preferred Experience
  • Experience in digital design, Digital Signal Processing, Linear Algebra.
  • Experience in GIT, Perforce, Unix, LSF
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl.

 

ACADEMIC CREDENCIALS

  • Bachelors, Masters or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical and Electronic Engineering

LOCATION

  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

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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.

Key Skills
? Key Skills in dark blue have been inferred based on similar industry roles
VHDL Systemverilog FPGA Design Digital Signal Processing Linear Algebra C/C++ C Perl Gaming Python Git Perforce Unix

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