Senior Linux Kernel Driver Engineer - Networking & 800G

AMD; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to design and implement Linux network device drivers for their next generation of 800G+ and SmartNIC adapters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C programming and Linux kernel development, with at least 5 years of experience in related fields. Responsibilities include collaborating with architecture specialists, debugging issues, and optimizing driver performance. Join AMD and be part of shaping the future of computing in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software experience in silicon or networking companies.
• Proven experience writing and maintaining high-performance drivers for the Linux kernel.
• Ability to write high-quality code with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Linux network device drivers for 800G+ and SmartNIC adapters.
• Work with AMD’s architecture specialists to improve future products.
• Debug/fix existing issues for optimization.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel development

Device driver writing

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

GitHub

Debuggers

Job description

AMD is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to design and implement Linux network device drivers for their next generation of 800G+ and SmartNIC adapters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C programming and Linux kernel development, with at least 5 years of experience in related fields. Responsibilities include collaborating with architecture specialists, debugging issues, and optimizing driver performance. Join AMD and be part of shaping the future of computing in Cambridge, United Kingdom.