Staff Software Development Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a software engineer to join the IT Global Operations & Supply Chain team, focusing on building secure software and analyzing systems that affect AMD’s product life cycle.

You will prototype, test, and communicate technical challenges, collaborate with developers and regional teams, and contribute to performance improvements across CPU to GPU ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on integrity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience developing in Java, .Net, C++, Python, SQL, UNIX/Linux.
• Web and mobile app development with Tomcat/JBoss/WebSphere.
• Strong knowledge of computer architecture and memory hierarchy.
• Familiarity with hardware security extensions and cryptography.
• Ability to work in cross-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop code, unit test, debug, and implement requests for programs and system changes with a focus on product security.
• Document system architecture and encryption management solutions.
• Analyze infrastructure and application performance.
• Collaborate with ecosystem partners to improve compute base security.
• Support global business users and ensure enterprise SLA compliance.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

SQL

UNIX/Linux

Security

Encryption

Web apps

Mobile apps

Cross-team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IT Security

Tools

Tomcat

JBoss/WebSphere

PostgreSQL

MS SQL Server

Linux OS

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.

THE ROLE:

As a key member of our Business Enterprise Applications team with focus within our IT Global Operations & Supply Chain team, you will use your expert software engineering skills to develop product security. When you join our passionate and engaged team, you will notice right away we are committed to success. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing the performance of systems that impact AMD product life cycle and modifying to improve the quality of the generated code.

THE PERSON:

Your technical abilities will directly impact AMD’s success with tier‑one partners. You will work collaboratively with developers and global operations teams inside AMD. This position requires an outstanding background of software development, debugging skills, communication skills, ability to prototype, testing and to clearly articulate possible technical challenges associated with the implementation. Must be self‑motivated, able to work well within a team and able to adapt to a fast‑paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop code, unit test, debug, and implement requests for programs, small projects, and system changes in a custom application environment with a focus on product security.
• Assist in the development and documentation of system architecture, designs, and consult on encryption management solutions.
• Analyze and improve performance of the infrastructure and applications.
• Works with eco-system partners to help improve the security of the entire compute base from CPU to GPU
• Very good communicator, able to engage and effectively respond to diverse stakeholders.
• Support global business users to ensure enterprise applications SLAs are met.
• Work both independently and as part of a strong, collaborative, and global team
• Self-starter who requires minimal supervision
• Able to proactively support team culture that fosters knowledge sharing, excellence, and collaboration.
• Since the position entails working with confidential information, a high level of integrity is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive software development experience in Java, .Net, C++, Python, SQL, UNIX/Linux.
• Web & mobile application development, Tomcat, JBoss or WebSphere.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture systems and concepts, including CPU architecture, fundaments of the system memory hierarchy and caches, and underlying system hardware and firmware.
• Knowledge of existing hardware architecture(s) (prefer x86 and/or ARM) including associated security and/or virtualization extensions.
• Must possess an understanding of all aspects ofdata, client/server and network security, including such areas as firewall administration, encryption technologies and network protocols.
• Experience with firmware, APIs, applications, OSes and their interactions within Windows, Linux, gaming, compute, and virtualization environments.
• Eagerness and ability to quickly learn new concepts.
• Worked in cross-site and matrix environments.
• Database development, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server.
• Possess fundamental knowledge of security principles and properties, including confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, authorization, and auditing.
• Understand industrial security standards: TCG, DMTF, OCP NIST, FIPS, Common Criteria, etc.
• Working knowledge ofcryptography and encryption key managementan asset.
• Relevant industry experience is highly beneficial.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology Systems Security or related field strongly preferred.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

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Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.