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Firmware Engineer

AMD

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 196,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

A global leader in semiconductor technology is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to developing cutting-edge firmware targeted at AI applications. This role involves working on embedded systems, debugging in pre-silicon environments, and collaborating closely with hardware design teams to deliver innovative solutions. With a focus on excellence, this opportunity provides the chance to make significant contributions to AMD’s mission of advancing technology.

Qualifications

Experience in firmware development including pre- and post-silicon.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Expert in C language with good understanding of programming best practices.

Responsibilities

Develop RTOS and low-level firmware for inference processing applications.
Engage with hardware design teams to enable necessary solutions.
Support pre-silicon validation efforts and debug issues.

Skills

C programming

Embedded firmware

RTOS concepts

Debugging

Analytical thinking

Hardware integration

Education

Bachelor/Master in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

FPGA

Linux

BASH

Python

System Verilog

UVM

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Base pay range

$130,080.00/yr - $195,120.00/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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The Role

This is a great opportunity to work as part of a growing team developing firmware targeting the emerging AI PC market. We are looking for passionate engineers who have experience developing embedded firmware and RTOS for complex and highly time critical systems. The ideal engineer should have a strong grasp of embedded processor architecture, excellent C-coding skills and ability to debug problems in a pre-silicon environment, working closely with hardware design teams. As part of this team, you will also be responsible for firmware transformation initiatives to propel the organization to the next level. The team is relatively new and has high visibility within the organization - this is an excellent career opportunity for someone who is willing to work hard and make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

Develop RTOS and low level firmware that enables inference processing applications on a custom engine
Engage as a team player and work closely with the hardware design team to define and enable necessary hardware hooks for an optimal solution
Support pre-silicon validation efforts on simulation and emulation environments; help debug issues that may arise; coordinate across teams as needed
Provide thorough documentation of architecture and design
Add unit tests for code being developed with adequate code coverage
Be key point of contact for post-silicon bring up activities
Must be well-organized, technically oriented, and a self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and coordinate activities with geographically distributed technical teams.

Preferred Experience

Experience in firmware development including pre- and post silicon.
Deep understanding of general RTOS concepts
Secure RTOS understanding
Strong knowledge of embedded FW development best practices.
Expert in C language
Strong analytical, debug, and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of FPGA workflow
Working knowledge of Linux and scripting in BASH, Python, etc
Understanding of hardware and software system integration.
Experience with FW integration testing and debug in pre and post silicon.
Knowledge of verification flows including System Verilog, UVM and Emulation.
Strong analytical thinking skills, excellent attention to detail, and good coding skills are required.
C/C++, Assembly

Academic Credentials

Bachelor/Master in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science.

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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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