Firmware Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in York Region is seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer. The role involves designing and developing firmware for AMD SoCs, requiring excellent technical and interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant field and a strong background in firmware development. This opportunity offers a hybrid work environment and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• Prior experience in firmware development within the semiconductor industry.
• Expert level experience producing quality firmware.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, verify and validate firmware, software, and hardware.
• Participate in daily firmware development work.
• Provide consultation on AMD features and programming requirements.

Skills

Firmware development

Problem-solving skills

Technical communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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 an experienced Engineer with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs.

The Person

You are passionate about firmware development with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, verify and/or validate firmware, software and/or hardware
• Participation in day-to-day firmware development work
• Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements

Preferred Experience

• Prior years of experience combined with technical education within the semiconductor industry
• Expert level experience producing quality firmware

Academic Credentials

• Bachelors or Masters degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

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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.