Sr. Firmware Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Sr. Firmware Engineer to research, design, develop, and test OS-level software for semiconductor operations and firmware development.

You will work on C/C++/Python code, embedded drivers, and high-speed memory interfaces as part of a cross-functional team. Responsibilities include debugging, validating software for hardware platforms, and contributing to design reviews.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Position requires two (2) years of experience in the job offered or a closely related engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and/or test operating systems-level software, compilers, and/or network distribution software for semiconductor operations.
• Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug computer software for electronic device hardware.
• Develop software and tools in support of electronic design, infrastructure and technology platforms.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Embedded firmware

Memory interfaces

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Tools

N/A

Job description

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Job Role and Responsibility: AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Firmware Engineer to research, design, develop, and/or test operating systems-level software, compilers, and/or network distribution software for semiconductor operations, applying principles and techniques of computer science, electronic engineering, and mathematical analysis. Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug computer software for electronic device hardware. Develop software and tools in support of electronic design, infrastructure and technology platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, and/or databases. Determine hardware compatibility and/or influence hardware design. Work in an area of specialization to develop computer systems-level software, working on problems of complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Under limited supervision, exercise judgment within defined company procedures and practices to select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including computer hardware and software, applications, and programming, as well as knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various AMD systems and products.

Travel required: NO

Qualifications: Degree required

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required: Position requires two (2) years of experience in the job offered or a closely related engineering role.

Specific skills required: The following skills are required:

Position requires two (2) years of experience in the following:

• Performing software verification;
• C, C++, or Python;
• Designing and developing automated tests;
• Embedded driver development and firmware development; and
• High speed memory interfaces (HBM, DDR, or GDDR).

Preferred Skills: N/A

Benefits offered are described:

AMD benefits at a glance

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.