Sr. Firmware Engineer at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Firmware development, C programming, Python, UEFI, EDKII, X86 architecture, ARM architecture, Embedded systems, Device driver development, DDR, SPI, eSPI, I2C, PCIe, Debugging, Silicon validation

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

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. SENIOR FIRMWARE ENGINEER THE ROLE: We are looking for a Senior Engineer with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs. THE PERSON: You are passionate about firmware development with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, debug, verify and/or validate firmware/ BIOS, software and/or hardware. Participate in day-to-day firmware/Software development work with hand-on programming. Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements. Partner with Platform team to bring-up the BIOS and firmware during Embedded SOC bring-up. Partner with HW and Silicon validation teams for verification of all embedded features in the Silicon IP. Support the triage and debug of critical bugs from BIOS side that require multi-team interactions. Work on software POCs (Proof of Concepts) for early enablement of new technology. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Prior years of experience and/or education within the semiconductor industry. Experience working with areas of Memory including DDR3/4/5, HBM, etc. Experience with x86, ARM and/or RISC-V architecture. Experience Embedded firmware and/or device driver development. Experience with board, processor, or ASIC bring-up. Experience with Embedded System protocols DDR, SPI, eSPI, I2C, LPC, and PCIe. Experience in hardware/software interfaces and debugging sophisticated issues in CPU and firmware using JTAG, source code debuggers and other tools. Programming Language/ Concepts: Debugging skills to support legacy and current product line Operating System concepts. Complete mastery of C programming language with recent programming experience, logical thinking Python Operating System concepts. Debugging skills to support legacy and current product line Good debugging knowledge Should know how to debug OS issue (Windows and Linux) from firmware perspective Prior experience for working with ISV (Independent Software Vendors) and enabling IBV (Independent BIOS Vendors) for enabling x86 / ARM platforms. EDKII and UEFI Should know EDKII Tianocore very well Should be familiar with UEFI, IPMI, ACPI spec very well Should know how to develop packages, modules, drivers and libraries. Processor architecture Should know at least one processor architecture either X86 or ARM; X86 will be preferred. I/O or peripheral protocols. Should know I2c, I3c, UART and specifically SPI/eSPI protocol. Good to have PCIe knowledge Should familiar with enterprise level day to day activitie Git, Jira, CI, release cycle, deliveries, pre-silicon and post-silicon. Should be familiar with working in a pre-silicon and simulator environment. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors or Masters degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent #LI-SK3 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, developing, and validating firmware and BIOS for AMD SoCs across pre-silicon and post-silicon environments. You will collaborate with platform, hardware, and silicon validation teams to debug critical issues and enable new technology through proof-of-concepts.