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The Role

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Software System Designer to join our Software Systems Design Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the system software that enables AMD's next‑generation products across computer graphics, display technologies, compute, virtual reality, and embedded platforms.

You will work on complex system‑level challenges, including embedded Linux enablement, boot flow optimization, board support packages, power management, drivers, and virtualization. This is a high‑visibility role offering the opportunity to collaborate across hardware, firmware, and software teams while influencing product quality, performance, and time‑to‑market.

THE PERSON

You are a proactive systems engineer who takes strong ownership of technical challenges and drives them to resolution. You enjoy working at the intersection of hardware and software, thrive in a collaborative environment, and bring a problem‑solving mindset to complex system issues. As a senior team member, you are comfortable mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and on‑time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop embedded Linux system software for AMD platforms and products
Analyze and optimize Linux boot flow and boot‑time performance
Develop and maintain board support package components, Linux kernel features, and device drivers
Improve system behavior related to power management, device initialization, deferred probes, interrupts, DMA, and IPC
Implement and tune Yocto Project images, recipes, and systemd configurations
Debug complex kernel, driver, and platform integration issues across hardware and software boundaries
Collaborate with architecture, firmware, hardware, validation, and product teams to define and deliver solutions
Support virtualization enablement in embedded Linux environments
Drive delivery of production‑quality system software through strong ownership and execution
Mentor team members to support technical growth and on‑time project delivery

Preferred Experience

Demonstrated experience with embedded Linux system software and kernel development
Strong background in Linux boot flow internals and boot‑time optimization
Hands‑on experience with the Yocto Project, including images, recipes, and systemd tuning
Experience with virtualization technologies such as Xen, KVM, or exposure to QNX Hypervisor
Proficiency in C programming and kernel‑level debugging
Knowledge of initcall ordering, deferred probes, IPC, DMA, and interrupt handling
Experience delivering production‑quality system software
Familiarity with embedded BSPs, power management, and device drivers
Strong problem‑solving skills and cross‑team collaboration experience

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

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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.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Sr. Software System Designer - Embedded Linux Development