Memory PHY Firmware Architect

Amd

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Work type: On-site
Location: —
Salary: $205,600–$308,400 / yr
Posted: 24 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Sep 8, 2027

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AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is a semiconductor company that develops high-performance processors, graphics cards, and adaptive computing solutions for gaming, data centers, and embedded markets. Industry: Semiconductors

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TL;DR · Memory PHY Firmware Architect

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As a Principal Firmware Architect, you will join the memory IP team to lead the design and implementation of firmware spanning both pre-silicon and post-silicon stages for all AMD SoCs. You will be responsible for the day-to-day development work, including designing, developing, debugging, verifying, and validating firmware, software, and hardware components. Additionally, you will provide technical consultation to internal and external customers regarding specific features and programming requirements. To succeed in this role, you must possess expert-level experience producing quality firmware with a focus on Memory PHY. The position requires proficiency in C, C++, DDR, and LPDDR technologies. You will solve complex problems within the semiconductor industry by ensuring robust memory interface functionality across various system-on-chip architectures while collaborating closely with other engineers and peer architects to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

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