Develop and debug U‑Boot
Boot flows (QSPI / SD / eMMC / UFS)
Environment variables, boot scripts, and secure boot basics
Author and debug Device Tree files (DTS / DTB / DTBO)
Work with board‑level peripherals such as I2C, UART, SD, USB, eMMC, and UFS
Collaborate closely with AMD Architecture, Hardware, and Firmware teams
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers within the team
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
7–10 years of strong C programming experience
7–10 years of scripting experience with Bash, Python, YAML, and TCL
7–10 years of hands‑on experience with Yocto‑based BSP development
Proven experience working with new or early‑stage boards
Strong understanding of ARM‑based SoCs at the system level
Experience with software development tools such as
Familiarity with Xilinx/AMD tools such as Vivado, Vitis, and PetaLinux is a strong plus
Excellent communication skills and a strong problem‑solving mindset
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
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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.
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.
THE ROLE
AMD is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer with strong BSP and Embedded Linux expertise to support next‑generation AMD platforms. In this role, you will work closely with architecture, hardware, and firmware teams, contributing from Day‑0 board bring‑up through production readiness.
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate should be passionate about software engineering and possess leadership skills to drive sophisticated issues to resolution. Able to communicate effectively and work optimally with different teams across AMD.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead BSP development and board bring‑up for new AMD platforms
Develop and maintain Yocto‑based BSPs, including
Layers, recipes (.bb, .bbappend), distros, and SDKs
WIC images, initramfs, and rootfs customization
Drive Linux kernel bring‑up
Configuration, patching, driver integration, and boot issue debugging
Develop and debug U‑Boot
Boot flows (QSPI / SD / eMMC / UFS)
Environment variables, boot scripts, and secure boot basics
Author and debug Device Tree files (DTS / DTB / DTBO)
Work with board‑level peripherals such as I2C, UART, SD, USB, eMMC, and UFS
Collaborate closely with AMD Architecture, Hardware, and Firmware teams
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers within the team
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
7–10 years of strong C programming experience
7–10 years of scripting experience with Bash, Python, YAML, and TCL
7–10 years of hands‑on experience with Yocto‑based BSP development
Proven experience working with new or early‑stage boards
Strong understanding of ARM‑based SoCs at the system level
Experience with software development tools such as
Familiarity with Xilinx/AMD tools such as Vivado, Vitis, and PetaLinux is a strong plus
Excellent communication skills and a strong problem‑solving mindset
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
#LI-PP2
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.
