WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING:

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.THE ROLE:
We are looking for a Firmware BIOS Engineer with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD So Cs.

The position is in the Embedded Solutions Group. Embedded business unit for x86 networking, storage and automotive products. The Customer Applications Engineering team (CAE) is a global organization that works directly with Field Application Engineers, R&D Engineers, and customers to design, integrate and launch new customer products and resolve reported issues.

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
• Provide guidance to ODM/OEM customers on effectively integrating AMD processor into networking, storage and automotive products and custom designs. Guidance consists of architecture reviews, design support, and training customers on product features. Analyze, debug, root cause issues found with AMD processor enabled platform and work with appropriate development teams to provide a solution. Train field sales and support staff in the features and uses of AMD products

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Multiple prior years of related firmware experience combined with technical education within the semiconductor industry
• Expert level experience producing quality firmware
• Expertise in design and debugging firmware, Coreboot, UEFI BIOS, Linux kernel and/or OS issues in So

C and Platform:

• Experience with x86 CPU/APU architectures and associated compile tools
• Knowledge of industry standard IO interfaces, storage, memory, PCIe Gen3/4/5, 1/2.5/10G Ethernet
• Ability to communicate technical issues and solutions with the customer and internal teams

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelors or Masters degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

LOCATION:

• Austin, Texas (Only)

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.