... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standardssavvy Functional ... Performing safety concept exploration and scope evaluation * Refining the Safety Concept
... automotive and industrial markets. THE PERSON: You are a practical, standardssavvy Functional ... Performing safety concept exploration and scope evaluation * Refining the Safety Concept
Role Summary As a Hardware Functional Safety Engineer working in the Electric Power Conversion ... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ...
Role Summary As a Hardware Functional Safety Engineer working in the Electric Power Conversion ... automotive or equivalent industries (e.g. aerospace) or IEC 61508 Part 1, 2 & 3 * Strong ...
Functional Safety Engineer, Software
Irvine, CA · On-site
$107K - $133K/yr
Role Summary As a Functional Safety Engineer - Software, you will be responsible for performing ... Familiarity in developing automotive software with a focus on safety * Experience with embedded ...
Functional Safety Engineer, Software
Irvine, CA · On-site
$107K - $133K/yr
Role Summary As a Functional Safety Engineer - Software, you will be responsible for performing ... Familiarity in developing automotive software with a focus on safety * Experience with embedded ...
Sr. Functional Safety Engineer - Steer by Wire
Irvine, CA · On-site
$135K - $168K/yr
... for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and ... Role Summary As a Sr. Functional Safety Engineer in the Propulsion and Dynamics domain, you will be ...
Sr. Functional Safety Engineer - Steer by Wire
Irvine, CA · On-site
$135K - $168K/yr
... for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and ... Role Summary As a Sr. Functional Safety Engineer in the Propulsion and Dynamics domain, you will be ...
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field * 10+ years of relevant experience in functional safety in the robotics, automation, manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive ...
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field * 10+ years of relevant experience in functional safety in the robotics, automation, manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive ...
ADAS Functional Safety Systems Engineer
Dearborn, MI · Hybrid
$97K - $162K/yr
... automotive sensors (e.g., cameras, radars) and ECUs 2+ years of experience developing and ... Lead the development and integration of Functional Safety work products on vehicle program ...
ADAS Functional Safety Systems Engineer
Dearborn, MI · Hybrid
$97K - $162K/yr
... automotive sensors (e.g., cameras, radars) and ECUs 2+ years of experience developing and ... Lead the development and integration of Functional Safety work products on vehicle program ...
ADAS Functional Safety Systems Engineer
Dearborn, MI · On-site
$97K - $162K/yr
We are seeking a skilled professional to join the ADAS Functional Safety Systems team ... automotive sensors (e.g., cameras, radars) and ECUs 2+ years of experience developing and ...
ADAS Functional Safety Systems Engineer
Dearborn, MI · On-site
$97K - $162K/yr
We are seeking a skilled professional to join the ADAS Functional Safety Systems team ... automotive sensors (e.g., cameras, radars) and ECUs 2+ years of experience developing and ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Body & Thermal Systems
Irvine, CA · On-site
$107K - $133K/yr
Role Summary This role sits within the Functional Safety Engineering team focused on the vehicle ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Body & Thermal Systems
Irvine, CA · On-site
$107K - $133K/yr
Role Summary This role sits within the Functional Safety Engineering team focused on the vehicle ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Infotainment Systems
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$116K - $145K/yr
Role Summary This role is embedded in the Functional Safety Engineering team with a specific focus ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
Functional Safety Engineer - Infotainment Systems
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$116K - $145K/yr
Role Summary This role is embedded in the Functional Safety Engineering team with a specific focus ... Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts as applied to automotive safety. * Proven ...
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field * 10+ years of relevant experience in functional safety in the robotics, automation, manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive ...
Senior Functional Safety Engineer
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$125K - $150K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering field * 10+ years of relevant experience in functional safety in the robotics, automation, manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive ...
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. * 10+ years of experience in automotive functional safety with a ...
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. * 10+ years of experience in automotive functional safety with a ...
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)
San Jose, CA · Hybrid
$170K - $270K/yr
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive, ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3) Summary We are looking for a well-rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with ...
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)
San Jose, CA · Hybrid
$170K - $270K/yr
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive, ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3) Summary We are looking for a well-rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with ...
Systems Requirements Engineer
America, IL · On-site
ASPICE, CANoe, SysML, ISO26262, OEM, Systems, Functional Safety, Automotive, Electronics Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal ...
Systems Requirements Engineer
America, IL · On-site
ASPICE, CANoe, SysML, ISO26262, OEM, Systems, Functional Safety, Automotive, Electronics Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal ...
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)
OR · Remote
$170K - $270K/yr
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive, ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3) Summary We are looking for a well-rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with ...
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive: ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3)
OR · Remote
$170K - $270K/yr
Principal Functional Safety Engineer - Semiconductor (Automotive, ISO 26262 ASIL D / ASPICE 3) Summary We are looking for a well-rounded Senior Staff / Principal level Functional Safety Engineer with ...
... the automotive, aerospace, or industrial sectors. • Deep expertise in the application and ... cross-functional safety-critical projects. • Deep understanding of embedded control system ...
... the automotive, aerospace, or industrial sectors. • Deep expertise in the application and ... cross-functional safety-critical projects. • Deep understanding of embedded control system ...
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. * 10+ years of experience in automotive functional safety with a ...
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. * 10+ years of experience in automotive functional safety with a ...
... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
Staff Systems Engineer, Functional Safety
Fremont, CA · On-site +1
... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
Staff Systems Engineer, Functional Safety
Fremont, CA · On-site +1
... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
Experience with functional safety engineering for embedded systems, automotive, robotics, or other hardware. Preferred qualifications: * Master's degree or PhD in a related technical field.
Experience with functional safety engineering for embedded systems, automotive, robotics, or other hardware. Preferred qualifications: * Master's degree or PhD in a related technical field.
... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
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... automotive, medical devices, or similar multidisciplinary hardware/software systems * 3+ years ... functional safety standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, IEC 62061, or similar
Functional Safety Automotive information
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| Aspect | Functional Safety Automotive | Functional Safety Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | ISO 26262, ISTQB | ISO 26262, ISTQB |
| Work Environment | Automotive industry, vehicle development | Various industries including automotive, industrial, aerospace |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Automotive manufacturers, suppliers | Engineering firms, automotive companies, industrial sectors |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding automotive safety roles | Understanding safety engineering roles in automotive |
Functional Safety Automotive professionals focus specifically on safety standards and systems within the automotive industry, ensuring vehicle safety compliance. Functional Safety Engineers may work across multiple industries but share core safety principles. The key difference lies in the industry focus, with the automotive role emphasizing vehicle-specific safety standards like ISO 26262.

Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
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8.4
Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
23rd of 139 rated electronics manufacturers
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 Hardware Functional Safety Engineer, part of AMD Functional Safety team, you will be directly impacting the certification of key AMD products, targeting critical AMD growth markets such as digital cockpit and autonomous driving. Your task will be to provide technical leadership for the product line safety function and for its customers. You will perform this in close cooperation with different functional owners within AMD.
This challenging role will not only require extensive project leadership skills but also a thorough understanding of system safety standards within the automotive and industrial markets.
THE PERSON:
You are a practical, standardssavvy Functional Safety Engineer who thrives at the intersection of silicon, firmware, and platform. You combine strong systems thinking with handson safety analysis, and you’re comfortable guiding crossfunctional teams to achieve credible, auditready compliance for complex SoCs used in automotive and industrial markets.
You thrive in collaborative environments, moving fluidly between design, verification, architecture, and program teams. You communicate clearly, challenge assumptions respectfully, and drive alignment on safety decisions. You enjoy digging into the root cause of issues, closing gaps with rigor, and producing hardware safety artifacts that stand up to internal reviews and external audits.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Performing safety concept exploration and scope evaluation
- Refining the Safety Concept
- Performing the High level safety analysis (FMEA/FMEDA/FTA DFA, FFI) using the Safety Analysis tools at architectural/concept level
- Defining HW and SW safety requirements
- Performing the verification planning (including safety verification plan to verify safety metrics, pre-silicon and post silicon)
- Defining and maintaining the Safety Manual.
- Be responsible for assessing and determining product line compliance to the ISO/IEC metrics.
- Direct re-use of safety cases and re-use of designs through advice, metrics reporting, and timely escalation in order to achieve the required standards of leadership in safety and cost.
- Recognize when and how to address critical system safety topics with customers and represent the business in forums.
- Participate in evaluations of proposed technical solutions (in decided architecture) with the purpose to judge the possibility of developing and calibrating a SW solution
- Participate as a representative of the AMD FuSa team within system teams (for example when performing Hazard Analysis, FMEA, FTA, etc)
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with SOC design and microprocessor architecture
- Experience with the ISO26262 standard is a must
- Experience with software development is a plus
- Extensive knowledge of system safety and monitoring methods
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering
LOCATION: Austin, TX
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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.
Qualifications: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.
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIMEAbout Advanced Micro Devices
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Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Sunnyvale, CA, US
Year founded
1969