Memory PHY Firmware Architect — Lead & Innovate

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

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.