Firmware Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Firmware Engineer to design and develop software for cutting-edge semiconductor operations. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant engineering field and have significant experience in firmware development, particularly in debugging and system software. Join AMD to be part of a team that pushes the limits of innovation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in relevant engineering field.
• Two years of experience in firmware engineering or related role.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++. Knowledge of Linux internals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software for semiconductor operations.
• Debug and troubleshoot computer software for electronic device hardware.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to develop various AMD systems and products.

Skills

Implementing BIOS features

Performing software debugging on silicon platforms

Performing hardware or software verification

Scripting in C, C++, or Python

Linux or Windows internals

OS kernel and systems development

Object Oriented design

Memory management

Multi-threading

Low-level device drivers

Embedded driver development

Code optimization using the GPU

Software performance analysis

CPU, GPU, or x86-64 architecture

Git

Education

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Embedded Systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$108,826.00/yr - $127,200.00/yr

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

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Job Role and Responsibility: AMD, Inc., is hiring Firmware Engineers to Research, design, develop, and/or test operating systems-level software, compilers, and/or network distribution software for semiconductor operations, applying principles and techniques of computer science, electronic engineering, and mathematical analysis. Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug computer software for electronic device hardware. Develop software and tools in support of electronic design, infrastructure and technology platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, and/or databases. Determine hardware compatibility and/or influence hardware design. Work in an area of specialization to develop computer system-level software, working on problems of complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Under limited supervision, exercise judgment within defined company procedures and practices to select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including computer hardware and software, applications, and programming, as well as knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various AMD systems and products.

Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online.

Travel required: NO __x__

Qualifications: Degree required

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related field.

Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required: Two (2) years of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering role.

Specific skills required: The following skills are required:

Position requires two (2) years of experience in the following:

• Implementing BIOS features;
• Performing software debugging on silicon platforms;
• Performing hardware or software verification;
• Scripting in C, C++, or Python;
• Linux or Windows internals;
• OS kernel and systems development;
• Object Oriented design, memory management, or multi-threading;
• Low-level device drivers and embedded driver development;
• Code optimization using the GPU or software performance analysis;
• CPU, GPU, or x86-64 architecture; and
• Git.
  
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Semiconductor Manufacturing

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