Given the fact that almost any place in the silicon valley is tough to work these days, it is an average place to work. - Senior CAD Design Engineer AMD Employee Review

2.0
May 16, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

Unlike other processor design company(ies), there is an opportunity to work in a small set of related areas. The tendency to get boxed-in is less probable here -- if there is initiative from the employee. And good work is certainly recognized.

Cons

The management has started a new focus on business objectives with the whole "Vision" thing. But it is unclear how far they will be able to gain against Intel. Yes -- simplifying choices, and designing consumer oriented products is certainly a +ve sign. But your competitor can easily do the same thing if they have a better product.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

Engineering led company Smart people to work with Always learning

Cons

Processes and checks/balances not always followed (no strong rigid process flow which can be good/bad) Company still too consumer product focused (versus corporate) in many divisions

3.0
Jun 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The pay is really nice. 3/4 managers I've had actually seem to care! Nice location for most folks.

Cons

They will keep you on contract until they literally cannot anymore. Getting hired on full-time is like pulling teeth.

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