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Datacenter GPU Platform Performance Engineer
THE ROLE:
As part of our team, you'll be responsible for ensuring that AMD Instinct GPU-accelerated systems are operating at peak performance before being deployed to solve the world's most challenging problems. We're looking for a highly motivated candidate with expertise in GPU performance and familiarity with performance monitoring and tuning tools. The ideal candidate should also possess data science and communication skills to effectively convey their findings to engineering and business teams.
We value curiosity and innovation, and we're committed to providing a challenging and supportive environment where you can learn and grow. As you collaborate with your peers, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to our organization's success. We're looking for someone who's passionate about improving their skills and constantly seeking new ways to drive performance and efficiency. If you're passionate about performance engineering and want to make a real impact with customers deploying the latest AI breakthroughs, we encourage you to apply.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Define performance suite and best practices for measuring GPU-accelerated workloads to assess scalability and efficiency of AI models and algorithms
- Benchmark and analyze AI workloads in single and multi-node configurations comparing against previous generations and our competitors
- Perform comprehensive performance analysis and report findings for the entire platform including GPU, CPU, interconnects, network, software stack, etc.
- Identify performance bottlenecks that impact data center GPU-accelerated workloads, tune and collaborate with other software teams to improve performance
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends and explore ways to improve the performance of GPU-accelerated workloads at scale
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Solid knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) concepts and techniques, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, generative AI, and computer vision, as well as practical experience applying these concepts to solve real-world problems through research or work experience
- Experience in benchmarking methodologies, performance analysis, workload profiling, performance monitoring and debugging tools
- Advanced Linux OS, container (e.g. Docker) and GitHub skills
- Programming skills with relevant languages such as Python or C/C++
- Experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow
- Knowledge and interest in computer and GPU architecture
- Knowledge of GPU acceleration with either AMD or Nvidia GPU compute products a plus
- Inquiring mind, excellent problem-solving skills, and automation mindset
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
- B.S./M.S./PhD in Computer Science or Engineering or similar field
At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package. Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.
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