Kernel / Linux Development Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD's server software and solutions engineering team seeks an engineer to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization development team. The role focuses on enabling AMD x86-64 features in Linux, designing core CPU/SoC features, and contributing to open-source upstream projects such as Linux kernel and QEMU.

The position requires expertise in x86, virtualization, and security, with a track record in open-source collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in x86 computing architecture.
• Proven experience in the software development lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of kernels, virtualization, and security.
• Contributions to open-source projects in particular Linux KVM and open source VMMs such as QEMU.

Responsibilities

• Enable AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux and design core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects.
• Work on virtualization, memory management, performance, scalability, low level bringup and distro interactions; participate across all development phases.

Skills

x86 architecture

Virtualization

Security

Open-source contributions

C programming

Git

Upstream workflow

KVM/QEMU

Linux kernel debugging

ACPI

PCIe

GNU toolchain

Low-level debugging

Emulators

Core kernel

IO subsystem

OS concepts

Memory management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

5+ years experience

Tools

QEMU

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world's most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the world. Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we'll advance your career.

Staff Kernel/Linux Engineer

The Role

AMD's server software and solutions engineering team is seeking an engineer to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization development team. This role requires expertise in x86 architecture, virtualization, security, as well as experience with open-source engagement and upstreaming. You will work on enabling AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux, designing and developing core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects. The role spans all phases of software development, with a focus on virtualization, memory management, performance, scalability, low level bringup and distro interactions. This position is based in Austin.

The Person

A highly motivated and passionate professional with technical expertise and a proven track record, eager to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate thrives in collaboration and innovation, playing a crucial role in optimizing and showcasing the full capabilities of AMD products through advanced software and solutions, while actively influencing the next generation of product development.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in x86 computing architecture
• Proven experience in the software development lifecycle
• In-depth knowledge of kernels, virtualization, and security
• Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects in particular to Linux KVM and open source VMMs such as QEMU
• Linux Kernel debugging skills across kernel subsystems, virtualization.
• Understanding and experience with the Linux kernel and related upstream development workflow
• Advanced programming skills in C for operating system kernel & systems development
• Exposure to KVM/QEMU (including x86-64 virtualization extensions) is a plus
• Experience with the GNU toolchain
• Proficient use of git
• Experience with open source software development, building and submitting patches on a mailing list, and working with external software partners
• Understanding of operating systems concepts, data structures, x86-64 architecture, ACPI, and PCIE
• Experience with low-level debug tools as well as emulators and simulators
• Background in IO, core kernel preferred
• Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects

Academic Credentials

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
• 5+ years experience

LOCATION:

Austin, TX

Santa Clara, CA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.