Sr. Software Development Engineer

AMD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD is hiring a Sr. Software Development Engineer to research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software for semiconductor operations.

You will work on compiler-related tasks, hardware compatibility, and EDA backend physical design using Verilog/SystemVerilog and Linux kernel interfaces. The role emphasizes systems-level software with complex problem-solving, contributing to the latest AMD platforms and AI/compute initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
• 1 year of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering role.
• Experience with hardware-software integration and systems software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software for semiconductor operations.
• Develop software and tools for design, infrastructure and technology platforms.
• Determine hardware compatibility and influence hardware design.
• Work on systems-level software solving problems of complex scope.
• Apply engineering principles to AMD systems and products.
• Responsible for EDA backend physical design in latest process technologies.

Skills

Physical synthesis

CPU micro architecture

Open-source simulator

Micro architecture changes

Compiler interaction

HDL Verilog/SystemVerilog

Linux kernel

Kernel–CPU interaction

Backend EDA physical synthesis

Education

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Gem5

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.

At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.

AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward.

Job Role and Responsibility:

Xilinx, Inc., a subsidiary of 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. 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 knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various AMD systems and products. Responsible for EDA backend physical design in the latest process technologies, including EDA AI agents that will increase productivity.

Travel required: NO

Qualifications: Degree required

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

Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required:

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

Specific skills required: The following skills are required:

Position requires experience in the following:

• Physical synthesis;
• CPU micro architecture and cache hierarchy;
• Open-source simulator, including Gem5;
• Improving CPU efficiency through micro architecture changes;
• Working with compiler;
• HDL (Verilog, System Verilog);
• Linux kernel;
• Experience in the interaction between kernel and CPU; and
• Backend EDA Physical synthesis.

Experience may be gained through graduate-level coursework, research, internship, and/or work experience.

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.

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