Linux / Kernel Software System Design Eng.

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is seeking a Senior Kernel / Linux Engineer in Austin, TX to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization team. You will work on enabling AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux and develop core CPU/SoC kernel features.

The role spans all development phases with emphasis on security, performance, and scalability. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in x86 architecture, virtualization, memory management, and strong open-source contributions (Linux, QEMU).

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in x86 computing architecture and core operating system concepts.
• Proven experience across the entire software development lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of kernels, performance, scalability, memory management, PCIe, virtualization, and security.
• Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects, notably Linux and open source VMMs such as QEMU.
• Advanced Linux Kernel debugging skills across kernel subsystems and virtualization.
• Experience with low-level debug tools as well as emulators and simulators.

Responsibilities

• Enable AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux and related projects.
• Design and develop core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel.
• Collaborate across teams to optimize security, performance and scalability.

Skills

x86 architecture

OS concepts

Software lifecycle

Kernel development

Performance

Scalability

Memory management

PCIe

Virtualization

Security

Open source

QEMU

Kernel debugging

Emulators

Education

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

Tools

QEMU

Job description

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Senior Kernel / Linux Engineer

THE ROLE:

AMD's server software and solutions engineering team is seeking a senior engineer to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization development team. This role requires deep expertise in x86 architecture, virtualization, OS performance and scaling, 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 security, virtualization, memory management, performance, scalability, low level bringup and distro interactions.

THE PERSON:

A highly motivated and passionate professional with deep 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:

• Extensive expertise in x86 computing architecture and core operating system concepts


• Proven experience across the entire software development lifecycle


• In-depth knowledge of kernels, performance, scalability, memory management, PCIe, virtualization, and security


• Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects in particular Linux and open source VMMs such as QEMU


• Advanced Linux Kernel debugging skills across kernel subsystems and virtualization


• Experience with low-level debug tools as well as emulators and simulators

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor'sorMaster's in ElectricalEngineer, Computer Engineering, ComputerScience,or a closely related field


• 8+ years experience

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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