Sr. Software System Designer
AMD · amd.com
Santa ClaraRemoteSenior1+ yrs
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The job in short
Designs system and software frameworks, OS kernel and virtualization features for semiconductor server platforms.
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Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-11-06
- Location
- Santa Clara, California
Full description
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
Job Role and Responsibility: AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Software System Designer to Research, design, develop, and/or test electronic components, software, and systems for semiconductor and related device manufacturing. Design a complete and complex framework, system, or product. Define processes for technical platforms, system and software specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility. Conceive system interfaces and software application prototypes. Identify, analyze and resolve system design weaknesses. Influence the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems. Provide multi-layered technical expertise for next generation initiatives. Implement virtualization features. Evaluate and implement protection features for server platforms. Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including circuit boards, processors, chips, and electronic equipment, as well as knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various AMD products.
Can work remotely.
Multiple openings. Qualified applicants click “APPLY NOW” button to apply online.
Travel required: NO
Qualifications: Degree required
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field.
Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required: One (1) year of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering or design role.
Specific skills required: The following skills are required:
Position requires one (1) year of experience in the following:
• Programming in C, C++, and Python;
• Linux or Windows internals;
• OS kernel and systems development;
• Memory management;
• Multi-threading;
• OS development;
• Software debugging (macOS, Linux, or Unix);
• Git; and
• Open-source software development.
Can work remotely.
Preferred Skills: N/A
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.
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