Sr. Firmware Engineer (San Jose)

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 TEAM:The AECG x86 Embedded Team builds and optimizes x86 platforms for embedded and commercial applications, working across silicon, firmware, and software to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions at scale.THE ROLE: This role will be a highly visible technical execution role with a direct opportunity to impact the customer success and success of embedded business. As a key contributor you will be part of a leading team to drive and enhance AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry-leading technologies to market. You will interact with key engineering and management stakeholders as well as AMD’s business team to report progress, align on critical topics and drive action items to closure. Lastly, you will work with Field Application Engineers, R&D engineers, and customers to launch new customer products and resolve reported issues.THE PERSON: You possess an innovative and problem-solving mindset, have a keen eye for Software engineering development, and you are diligent and passionate about Technology. You possess a strong knowledge in computer technologies, leadership skills in technical areas, and Software engineering expertise. You also thrive in a fast-paced, customer focused environment while working with different teams of engineers and collaborators across the Enterprise. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide guidance to ODM/OEM customers on effectively integrating AMD processor automotive products and custom designs. Guidance consists of architecture reviews, design-in support, and training customers on product features.Analyze, debug, & root cause issues found with AMD processor enabled platform, SW stack and work with appropriate development teams to provide a solution.Validate new SW features before releasing them to customersTrain field sales and support staff in the features and uses of AMD products.Author technical paper, reference solutions, applications note internally as well as externally for NDA customers or public publications.Contributing to a high functioning teamWork very closely with dev teams and project managers to drive resultsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Good understanding of x86 processor architectureStrong background in Automotive Infotainment ApplicationsStrong development background working closely with CPU/GPU/FPGA, developing middleware and/or system SW drivers for HW accelerators in BSP & HAL or KernelDeep knowledge of OS concepts and programming in Linux and AndroidBackground in virtualization technologies and hypervisorsStrong programming background in C, C++, and scripting like PythonGood breadth and depth of systems technical knowledge (x86, SoC, Platform-HW, Platform-SW, BIOS/FW, Tools) and being able to connect the dots across domains and provide systems view.Proven track record enabling customers in their product development.Team player with passion to do whatever it takes for business success. High sense of urgency and drive for results.Excellent customer and communication skills is a key.Ability to build credibility, influence, align and build consensus among parties working towards the final goal.ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline preferred.LOCATION: Austin, TexasThis role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #LI-RW1#LI-HybridBenefits 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.