Sr. Software Development Engineer

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: 

AMD's Data Center Platform Engineering Group (DPEG) is designing, building and delivering innovative technology infrastructure enabling the digital world.  We create AI-enabling rack server solutions that help the world’s leading companies turn their ideas into reality. Our customers are future-focused and so are we, always a step ahead of the next challenge. As experts in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, we’re the bridge between problem and solution for the world’s leading cloud and telecom providers. Our customers depend on us to solve their most complex server design needs. Come and join our Data Center Platform Engineering Group where we are building amazing, powerful products with amazing people.

AMD is looking for a Software Development Engineer who has a focus on hardware to join our growing team. 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. 

THE PERSON: 

The ideal candidate possesses an innovative and problem-solving mindset, has a keen eye for software design and development, and is diligent and passionate about technology. A successful candidate will need to employ strong knowledge in computer technologies, leadership skills in technical areas, and SW engineering expertise. Additionally, a strong knowledge in datacenter scale hardware and commodities such as CPUs, GPUs, DPUs, and network switches will help the candidate succeed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop and drive execution of comprehensive, highly effective software for sophisticated new technology and new product introduction projects
• Validate new SW features before releasing them to customers 
• Contribute to a high-functioning feature team 
• Collaborate closely with multiple teams to deliver key planning solutions and the technology to support them 
• Help contribute to the design and implementation of future architecture for a highly scalable, durable, and innovative system 

• Work very closely with dev teams and Project Managers to drive results  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience developing production-ready code in languages such as Python, C, Rust, C , C#, Java, Javascript, Shell/Bash, or Powershell.
• Solid experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Containerd, and orchestration frameworks like Kubernetes or Slurm
• Deep understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems
• Hands-on work with system board interfaces (i.e. I2C, PCIE, IPMI, and Redfish hardware interfaces), and networked communication protocols (i.e. TCP/IP, UDP)
• Strong understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices.
• Previous experience in the hyperscale compute architecture space is not a requirement, but a significant plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and technologies is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline 

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