P4 Compiler Engineer, DPU

Amd

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Santa Clara, CAAustin, TX
Salary
$172,000–$258,000 / yr
Posted
14 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Aug 26, 2027
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99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · P4 Compiler Engineer, DPU

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P4 Compiler Engineer - DPU will join the Network Technology Solutions Group team to work on the Pensando DPU product line. This role focuses on the P4 Language Compiler team, where the engineer will define and implement new P4 language features and extensions while developing optimizations for the compiler. Daily responsibilities include debugging existing issues, performing performance analysis, participating in ASIC co-design, and providing customer support. The candidate must possess strong C++ skills, experience with the LLVM framework, and proficiency with software development tools like GitHub, debuggers, and profilers. The role addresses technical challenges within data center infrastructure, AI NIC communication, and networking technologies. While familiarity with the P4 language or networking domain is a plus, the core work involves solving complex compiler and language problems to improve hardware-software integration in high-performance networking environments.

Skills

P4 C++ LLVM Networking ASIC Co-design GitHub Debugging Performance Analysis Source Code Control

What you'll do

  • Define and implement new P4 language features and extensions.
  • Develop optimizations for the P4 language compiler.
  • Debug and fix existing issues while researching more efficient technical solutions.
  • Perform performance analysis on compiler systems.
  • Provide technical support to customers.
  • Participate in ASIC co-design processes.
  • Stay informed on software, hardware, and networking technology trends.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Strong C++ skills (preferred).
  • Ability to write high quality code with a keen attention to detail (preferred).
  • Ability to test and review code (preferred).
  • Experience with LLVM framework (preferred).
  • Familiarity with P4 language or networking domain (preferred).
  • Experience with software development processes, debuggers, source control systems like GitHub, and profilers (preferred).
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills (preferred).

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