Senior Windows Kernel Developer – Device Drivers & Virtualization

AMD; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

AMD is seeking a Senior Windows Kernel Developer to lead design, development, and debugging of Windows kernel-mode drivers for power IP enablement across AMD platforms. You will work with architecture, hardware, firmware, and software teams to deliver robust, production-grade solutions.

You will apply VirtIO-based paravirtualization, leverage KMDF/WDM/UMDF, and use WinDbg to diagnose complex issues, driving high-quality driver delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Windows kernel-mode driver development.
• Hands-on with VirtIO architecture and paravirtualized drivers.
• Strong knowledge of KMDF, WDM, and UMDF.
• Proficient in C/C++ and Windows debugging tools.
• Familiarity with PCIe enumeration and DMA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support Windows kernel-mode device drivers for AMD platform features and power IP enablement.
• Drive driver development across pre-silicon and post-silicon phases from architecture alignment to product delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve dependencies and meet program commitments.
• Implement and debug paravirtualized driver solutions using VirtIO and related virtualization technologies.
• Analyze and resolve issues involving PCIe enumeration, config space, interrupts, DMA, and host-guest memory sharing.
• Partner with virtualization, firmware, validation, and platform teams to improve driver stability and performance.
• Debug kernel-level issues using Windows debugging tools and crash dump analysis.
• Support delivery of production-quality Windows drivers aligned with certification and quality expectations.

Skills

Windows kernel-mode driver development

VirtIO architecture

C/C++

Windows driver frameworks KMDF/WDM/UM

PCIe debugging

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

WinDbg

WDM/UMDF

QEMU device models

KVM

Xen

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.

Senior Windows Kernel Developer – Device Drivers & Virtualization

THE ROLE: The right engineer will help drive the success of power IP and platform features across AMD products through technical leadership, cross-functional coordination, and strong execution from pre-silicon architecture through post-silicon implementation and product delivery. This is a high-visibility, multi-functional role focused on Windows kernel-mode driver development, virtualization enablement, and production-quality platform software. You will work closely with architecture, hardware, firmware, software, validation, and product teams to resolve technical dependencies, deliver robust driver solutions, and support AMD’s commitment to delighting customers.

THE PERSON: The ideal candidate is a curious, collaborative, and results-oriented engineer who enjoys solving complex system-level challenges. You bring strong ownership, clear communication, and the ability to work across teams to align priorities and drive issues to closure. You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and motivated by continuous learning, innovation, and delivering high-quality solutions in a fast-paced engineering environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and support Windows kernel-mode device drivers for AMD platform features and power IP enablement.


• Drive driver development activities across pre-silicon and post-silicon phases, from architecture alignment through product delivery.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical dependencies, manage execution priorities, and meet program commitments.


• Implement and debug paravirtualized driver solutions using VirtIO architecture and related virtualization technologies.


• Analyze and resolve complex issues involving PCIe enumeration, configuration space, interrupts, DMA, and guest-host memory sharing.


• Partner with virtualization, firmware, validation, and platform teams to improve driver stability, performance, and production readiness.


• Debug kernel-level issues using Windows debugging tools, crash dump analysis, and root cause investigation methods.


• Support delivery of production-quality Windows drivers aligned with certification and product quality expectations.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience in Windows kernel-mode driver development.


• Hands-on experience with VirtIO architecture and paravirtualized drivers.


• Strong background in Windows driver frameworks such as KMDF, with exposure to WDM or UMDF considered a plus.


• Strong proficiency in C/C++.


• Experience with Windows kernel debugging tools, including WinDbg and crash dump analysis.


• Good understanding of PCIe enumeration, configuration space, interrupts, MSI/MSI-X, DMA, and memory sharing between guest and host.


• Familiarity with virtualization stacks such as Xen, KVM, and QEMU device models.


• Experience delivering production-quality, WHQL-certified drivers.


• Knowledge of Windows device driver development, WDM, UMDF, Xen, and WHQL certification workflows.


• Strong communication, ownership, problem-solving, and cross-team collaboration skills.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

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