Sr. Software Development Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer to research, design, develop, and test operating systems‑level software, compilers, and network distribution tools for semiconductor operations.

You will work on software for AMD systems and tools supporting design, infrastructure, and technology platforms. The role requires a Master’s degree in CS/CE/EE and at least 1 year of software or systems engineering experience, with strong Kubernetes, ML training, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• One (1) year of experience in a software/systems engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop and/or test operating systems‑level software, compilers, and/or network distribution software for semiconductor operations.
• Develop software and tools to support design, infrastructure and technology platforms, including operating systems and databases.
• Work cross-functionally to understand requirements and shape the product roadmap.
• Apply knowledge of computer hardware and software to AMD systems and products.

Skills

Kubernetes for AI training

Object oriented design

Distributed ML training

Memory management

Multi-threading

Software debugging

Open-source development

Low-level drivers

Education

Master's degree in CS/CE/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.

Job Role and Responsibility:

AMD, Inc. is hiring Sr. Software Development 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, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug software programs for enhancements and new products. Develop software and tools in support of design, infrastructure and technology platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, cloud‑based and internet‑related tools. Develop software to enable a world‑class experience for users of AMD accelerator cloud. Work cross‑functionally (and with the team) to understand requirements and develop product roadmap. Determine hardware compatibility and/or influence hardware design. Work in an area of specialization to develop systems‑level software, working on problems of complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, applications, and programming, as well as knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Apply expertise in Kubernetes, specifically as it pertains to training large scale AI models, extensive knowledge of Python and/or distributed training/finetuning/inference of ML/AI models. Apply experience with Linux operating system. 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 Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required:

One (1) year of experience in the job offered or closely related software engineering or systems engineering role.

Specific skills required: The following skills are required:

• Kubernetes for training large-scale AI models;
• Object-Oriented Design;
• Distributed training, fine-tuning, or inference of ML or AI models;
• Memory management and multi-threading;
• Software debugging (macOS, Linux, or Unix);
• Open-source software development; and
• Low-level device drivers.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Multiple openings.

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.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.