Lead Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer

Job Summary AMD is looking for an influential software engineer who is passionate about improving the performance of key applications and benchmarks. You will be a member of a core team of industry specialists and work with the latest hardware and software technology. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and delivery of security solutions for next‑generation FPGA, SoC, and embedded x86 products, ensuring robust protection throughout the product lifecycle. Define and drive security requirements, architectures, and implementations, including secure boot, cryptographic services, root‑of‑trust technologies, and access control mechanisms. Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, program management, and validation teams to integrate security into architecture, design, testing, and product release processes. Support Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) activities, including threat modeling, code reviews, penetration testing, red teaming, and security feature validation. Investigate and resolve complex security challenges, including critical customer escalations, while providing technical leadership and guidance on product security strategies. Contribute to the evolution of scalable, innovative security architectures that address emerging threats and enable future product capabilities. Preferred Experience Expertise in SoC, FPGA, embedded x86, and ARM‑based platform security, including threat modeling, cryptography, secure boot, TEE, TrustZone, and access control. Experience applying security principles to hardware and software products, including certification efforts (Common Criteria, FIPS). Hands‑on experience with FPGA/SoC development, validation, simulation, verification, hardware debugging, and lab testing. Proficiency in Python, C, Verilog, VHDL, or similar programming languages. Knowledge of embedded systems, including RTOS, embedded Linux, and hypervisors. Industry experience in Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Datacenter, or Test & Measurement environments. Deep expertise in Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and hardware root‑of‑trust technologies. Academic Credentials Bachelor’s, Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent. Location Austin, TX. Additional Information This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advanced Micro Devices