x86 Software Solution Architect and Planner

Advanced Micro Devices; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD Belfast is seeking an experienced x86 Software Solution Architect and Planner to help deliver customer-focused embedded x86 silicon solutions. The role involves defining silicon features, software stacks, and collaborating with silicon planning, architecture and marketing teams.

The ideal candidate will have deep x86 and AI system experience, strong software and system architecture skills, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder requirements across Aerospace, Automotive, Medical,

Qualifications

• Experience with x86 and AI systems in embedded contexts.
• Background as Software/Computer Engineer or System Architect.
• Ability to define silicon features and software stacks.
• Strong collaboration across architecture, marketing and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Define silicon features and software stacks for next-gen AI-enabled x86 solutions.
• Collaborate with market architects and business leads on customer focused x86 solutions.
• Work with software engineering and planning teams to define embedded software stacks (BIOS, OS, drivers).
• Prioritize deliverables during release planning and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Present updates to executives and cross-functional teams.

Skills

x86 architecture understanding

AI system experience

Software engineering

System architecture

Education

BS/MS in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Yocto

Ubuntu

QNX

Windows

Android OS

ROS

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.

AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward.

THE ROLE:

AMD’s Adaptive Embedded Compute Group (AECG) builds products that blend powerful, energy-efficient processors, advanced neural engines and graphics processors, and adaptive embedded compute with programable logic to build edge computing solutions. From autonomous vehicles and industrial robotics to smart healthcare devices, AMD AECG is redefining intelligent edge computing.

THE PERSON:

AMD’s AECG group is searching for an experienced x86 Software Solution Architect and Planner to help deliver customer focused solutions for the next generation of embedded x86 silicon products. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment driving innovation and new technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with silicon planning and architecture teams help define silicon features and software stacks for the next generation of AI enabled x86 solutions
• Collaborate with market segment architects and business leads to create customer focused x86 solutions to address the complex needs of customers in Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Robotics, Industrial and Vision markets.
• Work closely with software engineering and product planning teams to define all aspects of the embedded software stacks such as:
  • BIOS, Firmware, Debug and Diagnostic Tools
  • Operating System Support such as Yocto, Ubuntu, QNX, Windows, and Android OS
  • Hypervisors such as Xen and QVM
  • ROCm and Ryzen AI software support for iGPU and NPU’s
  • Specialized Application stacks such AMD’s Virtualized Automotive Stack (VIS), Robot Operating System (ROS), Multi-Media Analytics, AI Models, VLM and LLM’s
• Work with product marketing and engineering teams to prioritize and align software and solution deliverables during release planning processes.
• Present solution progress updates to executive and deliver solution, silicon, and customer application presentations to internal marketing and engineering teams.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experienced Software/Computer Engineer, System Architect, Application Engineer, or Technical Marketing Engineer/Manager with in-depth x86 and AI system experience.
• Computer Architecture experience and solid understanding of software stacks from BIOS through to Application software
• Ability to understand a broad set of applications from traditional x86 processing use-cases to emerging applications in AI Inference and Machine learning.
• Ability to break down large complex problems into manageable deliverables and be able to manage and prioritize requirements from many stakeholders.
• Beneficial to have Project Management experience, excellent organizational skills, and a process-oriented mindset

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• BS/MS in CS/CE/EE

LOCATION:

Belfast, UK

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.