SMTS Packaging Engineer

Overview:

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.

Responsibilities:

THE ROLE:

Help turn “possibility” into “reality” every day. At AMD, we push the boundaries of what is possible by delivering innovative, high-performance computing solutions across data center, AI, and advanced packaging technologies.

We are seeking a highly experienced SMTS Package Design Engineer to support complex package design execution. This role requires a self-driven technical expert who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-pressure environment, and can deliver high-quality designs with speed, precision, and scalability.

The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing AMD’s packaging methodologies by leveraging AI-driven design techniques, automation, and next-generation workflows to address the increasing complexity of heterogeneous integration and advanced packaging architectures.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate is an experienced package or silicon physical designer who:

Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability across multiple programs

Excels in fast-phase execution environments with competing priorities

Applies AI/ML and automation to improve design productivity and quality

Operates with minimal supervision while influencing cross-functional teams

Balances deep technical expertise with strong collaboration and communication skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design Execution & Technical Leadership

Lead end-to-end package design execution for complex products, ensuring performance, cost, quality, and schedule targets are met

Handle multiple concurrent design programs in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

Develop substrate layouts, bump maps, and interposer designs for advanced packaging (2.5D/3D, chiplet-based architectures)

Drive design decisions through close collaboration with SI/PI, mechanical, and SOC teams

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with internal engineering teams, OSATs, and substrate suppliers to deliver optimized solutions

Interface with stakeholders to communicate design status, risks, and mitigation strategies

Contribute to design reviews, signoff readiness, and tapeout processes

Methodology & Continuous Improvement

Define and enhance package design methodologies, flows, and best practices

Drive improvements in layout efficiency, reuse, and design standardization

Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence across the team

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES:

Minimum 8+ years of experience in designing complex substrate design or Silicon Bridge or Interposers

Proven ability to execute in multi-project, fast-phased, and high-pressure environments

Strong experience in advanced packaging technologies:

2.5D / 3D integration (e.g., interposers, chiplets)

Hands-on experience with EDA tools such as:

Cadence SIP / APD

Synopsys 3DICC or equivalent

Experience working with OSATs, foundries, and substrate vendors

Solid understanding of Signal Integrity and Power Integrity fundamentals

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

LOCATION:

Singapore

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Qualifications:

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.