The Person
We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who
Has deep Linux kernel expertise
Demonstrates strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills
Is self-driven and capable of independently driving complex technical initiatives
Has strong ownership and accountability
Excels at solving challenging system-level software issues
Possesses excellent collaboration and communication skills
Enjoys mentoring and providing technical leadership across teams
Has familiarity with Windows architecture and debugging environments
Thrives in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead architecture, design, and development of Linux kernel and system software solutions
Drive technical direction and execution for platform software initiatives
Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across projects
Conduct design and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
Linux Kernel Development
Design and develop Linux kernel drivers and subsystem enhancements
Develop and maintain low-level platform software
Optimize kernel performance, scalability, and reliability
Contribute to upstream Linux projects where applicable
Platform I/O Ownership
Own and drive software enablement in one or more areas: PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, IOMMU, or Linux DMA Framework
Work on PCIe enumeration, hot-plug, AER, SR-IOV, ATS, PASID, and related platform enablement
Enable CXL memory and device functionality
Support Ethernet driver development and networking performance optimization
Drive IOMMU, DMA remapping, virtualization, and device isolation technologies
Debugging and Root Cause Analysis
Investigate complex issues spanning hardware, firmware, BIOS, kernel, drivers, and applications
Perform deep root-cause analysis using traces, logs, dumps, and debugging tools
Drive closure of customer and product escalation issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system-level problems
Customer and Product Enablement
Support features bring-up and productization activities
Assist in customer issue resolution and technical escalations
Ensure delivery of robust and production-quality software solutions
Required Qualifications
12+ years of experience in Linux system software or kernel development
Expert-level proficiency in C programming
Strong understanding of Linux kernel internals including
Memory Management
Scheduler
Interrupt Handling
Synchronization Mechanisms
Device Driver Framework
Filesystems
Power Management
Deep expertise in at least one of
PCIe
CXL
Ethernet
IOMMU
DMA Framework
Strong debugging and performance analysis experience
Experience working on x86 architectures
Experience with Git and modern software development practices
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with virtualization technologies such as KVM, Xen, Hyper-V, or SR-IOV
Familiarity with UEFI, BIOS, and firmware architecture
Familiarity with Windows kernel architecture and driver debugging
Understanding of ACPI, NUMA, and RAS technologies
Experience contributing to open-source Linux projects
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Success Characteristics
Self-driven and highly motivated
Strong technical ownership
Exceptional debugging and problem-solving skills
Customer-focused mindset
Collaborative leadership style
Continuous learning and innovation mindset
#LI-NR1
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.
SMTS SOFTWARE SYSTEMS DESIGN ENGINEER
The Role
AMD is seeking a highly motivated SMTS System Software Lead to drive the development and enablement of next-generation Linux platform software solutions. The candidate will lead the architecture, development, debugging, and delivery of Linux kernel and low-level system software features for AMD server, embedded, and AI platforms.
The ideal candidate will possess deep Linux kernel expertise along with strong knowledge in at least one of the following technologies:
PCI Express (PCIe)
Compute Express Link (CXL)
Ethernet / Networking
IOMMU
Linux DMA Framework
The role requires close collaboration with Architecture, Silicon Design, Firmware, BIOS, Validation, Open Source, and Customer Engineering teams to enable leading-edge platform capabilities.
The Person
We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who
Has deep Linux kernel expertise
Demonstrates strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills
Is self-driven and capable of independently driving complex technical initiatives
Has strong ownership and accountability
Excels at solving challenging system-level software issues
Possesses excellent collaboration and communication skills
Enjoys mentoring and providing technical leadership across teams
Has familiarity with Windows architecture and debugging environments
Thrives in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead architecture, design, and development of Linux kernel and system software solutions
Drive technical direction and execution for platform software initiatives
Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across projects
Conduct design and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
Linux Kernel Development
Design and develop Linux kernel drivers and subsystem enhancements
Develop and maintain low-level platform software
Optimize kernel performance, scalability, and reliability
Contribute to upstream Linux projects where applicable
Platform I/O Ownership
Own and drive software enablement in one or more areas: PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, IOMMU, or Linux DMA Framework
Work on PCIe enumeration, hot-plug, AER, SR-IOV, ATS, PASID, and related platform enablement
Enable CXL memory and device functionality
Support Ethernet driver development and networking performance optimization
Drive IOMMU, DMA remapping, virtualization, and device isolation technologies
Debugging and Root Cause Analysis
Investigate complex issues spanning hardware, firmware, BIOS, kernel, drivers, and applications
Perform deep root-cause analysis using traces, logs, dumps, and debugging tools
Drive closure of customer and product escalation issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve system-level problems
Customer and Product Enablement
Support features bring-up and productization activities
Assist in customer issue resolution and technical escalations
Ensure delivery of robust and production-quality software solutions
Required Qualifications
12+ years of experience in Linux system software or kernel development
Expert-level proficiency in C programming
Strong understanding of Linux kernel internals including
Memory Management
Scheduler
Interrupt Handling
Synchronization Mechanisms
Device Driver Framework
Filesystems
Power Management
Deep expertise in at least one of
PCIe
CXL
Ethernet
IOMMU
DMA Framework
Strong debugging and performance analysis experience
Experience working on x86 architectures
Experience with Git and modern software development practices
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with virtualization technologies such as KVM, Xen, Hyper-V, or SR-IOV
Familiarity with UEFI, BIOS, and firmware architecture
Familiarity with Windows kernel architecture and driver debugging
Understanding of ACPI, NUMA, and RAS technologies
Experience contributing to open-source Linux projects
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Success Characteristics
Self-driven and highly motivated
Strong technical ownership
Exceptional debugging and problem-solving skills
Customer-focused mindset
Collaborative leadership style
Continuous learning and innovation mindset
#LI-NR1
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.
