Memory PHY Firmware Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Principal Firmware Architect/Engineer with a passion for firmware.

You will lead design, development, and validation of firmware spanning pre- and post-silicon stages for AMD SoCs, collaborating with memory IP teams and firmware engineers across the company. The ideal candidate has strong C/C++ expertise, memory PHY experience, and a proven track record delivering high-quality firmware in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

• Senior firmware experience with design, development and validation.
• Strong communication and leadership in cross-functional teams.
• Experience in semiconductor memory IPs and DDR/LPDDR.

Responsibilities

• Lead firmware/design efforts for pre- and post-silicon stages.
• Drive firmware development and verification across projects.
• Consult with customers and internal teams on AMD features.

Skills

Firmware architecture

C/C++

Memory PHY

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/EE

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.

Whether you’re redesigning 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.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a Principal Firmware Architect/Engineer with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, the architect will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and peer architects across memory IPs in leading the designs and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs.

THE PERSON:

You are passionate about firmware development with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Engineer responsible for designing, developing, debugging, verifying and/or validating firmware, software and/or hardware
• Lead day-to-day firmware development work
• Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Multiple prior years of related firmware experience combined with technical education within the semiconductor industry
• Strong experience Memory PHY
• Expert level experience producing quality firmware
• C, C++, DDR, LPDDR

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

LOCATION

Santa Clara, CA ( Open to other AMD locations)

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.