Software System Design Eng. (Software QA) Job Listing at AMD in Markham, ON (Job ID 67780-en-us)

Description

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THE ROLE: 

If you're passionate about experimenting with the latest and greatest technologies through beta-testing software, drivers, or operating systems, this is your opportunity to get in on the ground floor and be part of the growing AMD Graphics Software QA team delivering new technologies to production.

This is an exciting opportunity where you will be exposed to all the latest technologies in the computer graphics industry including desktop and mobile segments. You will get hands-on with latest graphics technologies, prototype hardware, and AI/ML developments, and have an opportunity to drive improvements to overall software quality and operational efficiency.

You will use your technical knowledge and expertise to drive the planning and coordination of SW testing from feasibility phase to the completion of programs and beyond. The successful candidate will supervise all aspects of validation, while closely collaborating with SW development teams, program and product managers, business and other stakeholders as we deliver exciting new products and technologies to our customers and end-users.

THE PERSON: 

We are in search of an experienced software validation lead with strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills with the ability to work efficiently and manage effective relationships in a cross-functional organization to meet commitments for successful software program launches. The person must be self-directed and have a demonstrated passion for computing, graphics/display technologies, gaming, or AI.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Capture and assess program requirements, and scope Software QA effort in alignment with business objectives
• Coordinate with other software development and test teams in various geographies
• Responsible for crafting formal artifacts including validation test plans, sustaining plans, and schedule alignment for the deliverables
• Review and understand stakeholder, system and software requirements for the program
• Review and clarify Software specification and requirements from architects and development teams; ensure specifications are tracible upstream to stakeholder/system requirements and downstream to test cases in the validation test plan
• Work with test content owners to craft test collateral for new features/functions per software specifications; providing high level guidance in validation strategy
• Work closely with development team to debug and triage software issues, take part in code and change reviews. Aid in identifying opportunities for test driven development
• Identify and actively mitigate risks to the program and product quality
• Provide regular program readouts for validation status utilizing your strong presentation skills. Deliver clear and concise executive summary to senior management/executives.
• Conduct program exit reviews with external teams, stakeholders, and executives regarding quality of program prior to delivery
• Drive various cross functional initiatives and innovations, including the use and creation of AI tools. Explore and champion opportunities for continuous improvements in quality, customer satisfaction and efficiency.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Technical program management and customer relationship management
• Collaborate in problem solving and mitigating risks with Engineering, Program/Project Management, Business Units and Product Management - both internal and external
• Detailed oriented, self-driven with a strong sense of pride and ownership. 
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively as a self-starter and as part of a team 
• Proactively involve team members in planning, decision-making and execution efforts 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to handle all levels of interaction, including executive level 
• Strong software development, programming, debugging and test automation knowledge (Python, PowerShell, C++); demonstrated understanding of SW validation process & methodology
• Passion for PC graphics technologies (computer vision, displays, VR/AR), on-line and off-line multimedia content streaming/playback, file transcoding, 3D graphics concepts, DirectX, Vulkan and/or OpenGL, 3D/VR gaming, and game engine technologies
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and risk management skills
• In-depth knowledge of software testing tools and methodologies. Understanding of SW development and debugging methods
• Windows and Linux OS architecture knowledge including race conditions, synchronization, deadlocks, and interrupt management
• Familiarity with industry standard project, code and defects management tools, such as GitHub, Jira, JAMA and Confluence
• Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, as both an individual and part of a team

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent degree
• Hands on experience working as a SW QA Lead / SW Program Manager in competitive industry in handling software project delivery
• PMP course completion and other specialized certification / education in program management is a plus

LOCATION: Markham, Ontario Canada 

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