Platform Security Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Canada is seeking a motivated engineer to design, implement, and validate platform security features. Responsibilities include C-based firmware development, collaboration with teams to ensure platform security, and conducting code reviews. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills, especially in C, and a background in cryptography. This role is critical for those who thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and is hybrid in nature.

Qualifications

• Strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience collaborating with geographically distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate firmware in C for platform security features.
• Test and verify cryptographic and hardware security flows.
• Conduct code reviews and create unit tests.
• Collaborate with on-shore and off-shore teams.
• Identify and implement improvements in security test flows.

Skills

Programming skills in C, C++, or Rust

Familiarity with processor architectures (x86, ARM/RISC)

Knowledge of cryptography and libraries such as OpenSSL

Scripting experience in Python or similar

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

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:

Work on the design, implementation, and validation of platform security features across pre-silicon and post-silicon stages. This role involves C-based firmware development, cryptographic and security flow testing, and working in simulation, emulation, and silicon environments. You will collaborate with both on-shore and off-shore teams to ensure platform security and reliability.

THE PERSON:

We are looking for a motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You should be comfortable meeting deadlines, solving complex software problems, and collaborating across teams. Strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and validate firmware in C for platform security features.
• Test and verify cryptographic and hardware security flows in simulation, emulation, and silicon environments.
• Collaborate with on-shore and off-shore teams to deliver solutions on schedule.
• Conduct code reviews, create unit tests, and maintain technical documentation.
• Identify and implement improvements in security test flows, automation, and tools.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Strong programming skills in C, C++, or Rust.
• Familiarity with processor architectures (x86, ARM/RISC) and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of cryptography and libraries such as OpenSSL.
• Experience with secure software development lifecycle, threat modeling, and CI/CD.
• Scripting experience in Python or similar for automation and validation.
• Understanding of hardware security concepts like secure boot, key provisioning, and cryptographic acceleration.
• Exposure to simulation, emulation, or post-silicon validation environments.
• Experience collaborating with geographically distributed teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.