Linux Kernel & Virtualization SW Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

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Job summary

AMD is seeking a senior Linux Kernel Developer for its Austin-based team. You will join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization group, focusing on x86-64 features, ACPI, PCIe, RAS, and related subsystems, contributing to open-source upstreams and kernel work.

The role emphasizes collaboration with partner teams, rigorous code review, and documentation, requiring deep kernel, virtualization, and security knowledge and a passion for cutting-edge AMD products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• 6+ years experience

Responsibilities

• Drive features and functionality to partner technical teams including the Linux kernel community.
• Review code, build unit tests, and write detailed documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to advance AMD Linux kernel features.

Skills

x86 architecture

Linux kernel development

C programming

KVM/QEMU

Open source collaboration

Debugger tools

Git

Upstream workflows

Education

Electrical / Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

GNU toolchain

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 future. 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.

LINUX KERNEL DEVELOPER

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 good understanding x86 architecture 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 feature/roadmap related to ACPI, PCIe, RAS, CXL and few other sub systems in the Linux Kernel. This position is based in Austin.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Drive features and functionality to our partner technical teams both internal and external including the Linux kernel community. Support the solutions offered by our partner companies. Review code, build unit tests, and write detailed documentation. Collaborate!

Preferred Experience

• Extensive expertise in x86 computing architecture
• Proven experience across the entire software development lifecycle
• In-depth knowledge of kernels, virtualization, and security
• Advanced Linux Kernel debugging skills across kernel subsystems, virtualization.
• Advanced 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
• Deep 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
• 6+ years experience

Location:

Austin, TX

Santa Clara, CA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.