Firmware Architect for Confidential Compute & Security

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

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Job summary

AMD is seeking a highly experienced Firmware Architect to lead the definition and evolution of next‑generation firmware architectures for Confidential Compute. This role focuses on AMDSEV family, SEV-TIO, SEV-SNP, and related virtualization security features, partnering with hardware and software teams to shape architecture strategy.

You will mentor engineers, drive architecture reviews, define test strategies with validation, and collaborate with industry bodies to influence future security

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with Confidential Computing technologies including AMD SEV / SEV-TIO / SEV-SNP.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization, system firmware, and server platforms.
• Ability to lead architecture reviews and influence technology direction across teams.

Responsibilities

• Own firmware architecture for Confidential Computing technologies.
• Define end-to-end system architecture, requirements, design direction, and technical strategy.
• Drive architecture reviews and technical alignment across firmware, security, virtualization, platform, and software teams.
• Develop and maintain high-quality architecture and design specifications.
• Lead definition of Trusted I/O technologies including Device attestation, SPDM, TDISP, Secure MMIO, IOMMU security architectures, and virtualization security features.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple programs and organizations.
• Partner with validation teams to define test strategies and coverage plans.

Skills

Firmware architecture

Confidential computing

Virtualization concepts

System firmware

Cross-functional leadership

Strong communication

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Engineering/CS/EE

Tools

SPDM

Secure boot

Attestation frameworks

Job description

AMD is seeking a highly experienced Firmware Architect to lead the definition and evolution of next‑generation firmware architectures for Confidential Compute. This role focuses on AMDSEV family, SEV-TIO, SEV-SNP, and related virtualization security features, partnering with hardware and software teams to shape architecture strategy.

You will mentor engineers, drive architecture reviews, define test strategies with validation, and collaborate with industry bodies to influence future security