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How much do execution engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for execution engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an execution engineer?

Execution Engineers are professionals who specialize in implementing and managing the execution of trades or transactions, typically in financial markets or trading environments. They work closely with traders, developers, and technology teams to ensure that orders are executed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with regulations. Their responsibilities may include optimizing trading algorithms, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting issues in real-time. Execution Engineers are vital for minimizing trading costs, reducing errors, and ensuring seamless market operations.

What is the difference between Execution Engineer vs Process Engineer?

AspectExecution EngineerProcess Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in project management or specific technical fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, certifications in process management
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, manufacturing plants, project sitesDesign labs, manufacturing facilities, process development environments
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, oil & gas, manufacturingChemical, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing industries
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Execution Engineers focus on implementing and managing project execution on-site, ensuring timely completion and adherence to specifications. Process Engineers optimize and develop manufacturing or chemical processes, primarily working in design and development phases. While both roles require engineering backgrounds and industry-specific knowledge, Execution Engineers are more field-oriented, whereas Process Engineers focus on process improvement and design.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an execution engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Execution Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and a relevant engineering degree such as mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering. Familiarity with project management software, CAD tools, and industry-specific standards or certifications (such as PMP or Six Sigma) is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are vital soft skills for coordinating with cross-functional teams and resolving on-site challenges. These skills ensure efficient project delivery, minimize errors, and help maintain safety and quality standards throughout the execution phase.

How does an execution engineer typically interact with development and operations teams during a project lifecycle?

Execution Engineers often serve as a bridge between development and operations teams, ensuring that project plans are implemented smoothly. They collaborate closely with developers to understand technical requirements, and with operations teams to coordinate deployments and resolve any execution challenges. This role requires strong communication skills to translate project specifications into actionable steps, monitor progress, and address issues that arise, fostering a collaborative environment to meet project deadlines efficiently.

HSIO Validation Execution Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Austin, TX • On-site

$142K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


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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:
We are looking for a dynamic, energetic and passionate technical leader to join our growing datacenter CPU and AI post silicon validation team with expertise in the areas of highspeed IO such as PCI Express, multi-socket, Networking to drive the system validation and debug of AI GPU systems. As a key contributor to the success of AMD's product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD's abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry-leading technologies to market. The Systems Design Engineering and validation team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and execute feature enablement and validation test plans for SoC- and system-level SoC features across AMD Server and AI products in high-speed IO
  • Develop test content for both focus testing as well as system level stress testing of IO domain plus cross product stress testing
  • Exposure to functionally validating, regressing, executing and debugging Networking/IFoE/IB/UAL/Scale up/Scale out or related domains
  • Develop post-silicon validation infrastructure (software, hardware, automation environment, and lab setup)
  • Collaborate with partner organizations to provide root cause analysis for platform issues in a Data center environment. Drive the provide root cause analysis for platform level, SoC logical, performance and BIOS/firmware issues
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in developing tools to improve SoC validation and debug
  • Work with cross-functional teams to improve post-silicon validation test strategy, methodology, and process

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Deeper domain expertise in areas such as IO interfaces - PCIe, CXL, RAS, Power management drive comprehensive system level test-plan execution
  • Strong understanding of Server platform components, x86 or other complex CPU architectures. Proficiency with Linux and/or Microsoft Operating Systems is a plus.
  • Experience developing validation test-plans, execution and strong debug skills at SoC/Platform level.
  • Participated in silicon bring up and debug, support to internal engineering teams
  • Familiarity with programming / scripting language (C/C++, Python, Perl, ...)
  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to drive effective decision-making across various functions and levels within the organization.
  • Extensive experience with common lab equipment, including protocol/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
  • Extensive experience with board/platform-level debug, including delivery, sequencing, analysis, and optimization
  • Experience with handling and taking captures using Oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and JTAG based Debug Tools.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple workstreams and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to drive effective decision-making across various functions and levels within the organization.
  • Knowledge of pre-silicon environments (Verification, Emulation, Virtual Bring-Up) is a plus.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • BSEE/CSE/CS with 8+ years of experience or
  • MSEE/CSE/CS with 6+ years of experience

LOCATION:
Austin, TX
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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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.
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