Reza .Sadadi

Hardware Validation and System Test Engineer with over 15 years of specialized experience in gaming GPU, high-performance computing and AI/ML hardware testing, at ATI and AMD. Expertise in design verification, system reliability testing, cross-platform hardware integration including Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, desktop, workstation and server platforms. Knowledge of data center GPU validation, ML workload stress testing, and engineering triage—all of which contribute directly to innovation, efficiency, such as artificial intelligence infrastructure and advanced computing systems.

Problem-solving and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

System/Test Validation Engineer - Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) - Toronto, ON

(2008-10)

• 8G Data Center GPU Servers system/rack Set up, config and troubleshooting.
• Air cooled & Liquid cooled Servers equipment Set up, configuration and maintenance.
• Data Center GPU's Servers Firmware update (SBIOS, BMC,CRD,PLDM, SCM,PLDM ,CPLD,VR, RM, FRU etc.), OS deployment and overall server health check test.
• Data Center PDU's installation, setup and configuration.
• SW stack and AI Frameworks installation, docker set up and configuration.
• Debug and troubleshoot DCGPU Test Server's issues to minimize Servers' Test Station's down time.
• AMD Gaming and Workstation GPUs validation tests in single/multi-GPU configurations supporting advanced AI/ML workloads for data centers.
• GPU validation infrastructure with ROCm-based workloads across Linux and Windows platforms.
• Integrated AI stress tests using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and ONNX Runtime for inference validation and model performance benchmarking.
• GPUs System feature testing on different domains e.g. GPU stress Test ,ACPI,PCIe, power saving.
• Worked closely by different technical teams, triaged the issues through Jira, enabling efficient resolution and finding the rout cause.
• Contributed to reliability testing of pre-released Apple platforms (Mac Pro, iMac, MacBooks) and provided continuing validation support post-release.
• Validated board designs from AMD's global partners, improving system yield and ensuring quality assurance for high-volume production runs.
• Conducted external GPU (eGPU) and multi-GPU testing for OEM laptops/desktops, enhancing product flexibility in real-world deployment scenarios.

Validation Test Engineer - ATI Technologies Inc. - Toronto, ON

(2005-09 - 2006-10)

• Conducted validation of ATI GPUs on cross-platform systems (Windows, Linux, DOS) including pre-release Intel IPO systems.
• Supported automated validation processes for AIB (Add-in Board) partners and maintained lab infrastructure for test execution.
• Provided hardware and firmware debug support for engineering BIOS and GPU driver evaluation.
• Set up and maintained validation infrastructure (200+ stations) with full OS deployment, diagnostics, and troubleshooting tools.
• Placed Lab Hardware and Equipment orders and scheduled Maintenance and repair.

Manufacturing Test/Repair Specialist - Celestica International Inc. - Toronto, ON

(2001-06 - 2003-07)

• Led testing and debugging of communication hardware (memory cards, motherboards), supporting Tier-1 enterprise clients.
• Conducted failure root cause analysis and created engineering-level reports for RMA investigations.
• Trained new team members on process standards and quality assurance techniques.
• Served as liaison between internal repair teams and external customer satisfaction representatives.

Electrical Maintenance & Repair Engineer - Gilan TC Co. - Iran

(1998-05 - 2000-10)

• Oversaw electrical systems maintenance for industrial-scale facilities, including substations, PLC systems, and diesel generators.
• Maintained and repaired production line machinery and performed detailed documentation for engineering planning.
• Collaborated with contractors and consultants to support infrastructure projects critical to operational continuity.

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering - Ferdowsi University of Mashhad