Senior Firmware Engineer

Amd

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Jose, CAAustin, TX
Salary: $204,000–$306,000 / yr
Posted: 147 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Sep 2, 2027
Nearby: 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 · Senior Firmware Engineer

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The Sr. Firmware Engineer joins the AECG x86 Embedded Team to build and optimize x86 platforms for embedded and commercial applications. This technical execution role involves providing guidance to ODM/OEM customers on integrating AMD processor automotive products through architecture reviews, design-in support, and training. Daily responsibilities include analyzing and debugging issues within the software stack, validating new software features, and authoring technical papers or reference solutions. The candidate must utilize skills in C, C++, and Python while applying knowledge of x86 processor architecture, SoC, BIOS/FW, and OS concepts in Linux and Android. The role specifically addresses the development of middleware and system software drivers for hardware accelerators in BSP, HAL, or Kernel environments, with a focus on automotive infotainment applications and virtualization technologies.

What does a Firmware Engineer earn?

Median $196750 from 38 postings across 10 companies.

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Skills

C C++ Python Linux Android BSP HAL Kernel Middleware Virtualization Hypervisors Firmware BIOS SoC FPGA GPU CPU

What you'll do

Provide architecture reviews and design-in support to ODM/OEM customers for automotive products.
Analyze, debug, and root cause issues within AMD processor-enabled platforms and software stacks.
Validate new software features prior to customer release.
Train field sales and support staff on AMD product features and use cases.
Author technical papers, reference solutions, and application notes for internal and external audiences.
Coordinate with development teams and project managers to drive technical results and action items.
Work with Field Application Engineers and R&D to launch new customer products and resolve issues.

What we're looking for

Possess strong knowledge in computer technologies and software engineering expertise.
Demonstrate leadership skills in technical areas and a problem-solving mindset.
Provide guidance to ODM/OEM customers on integrating AMD processor automotive products and custom designs.
Analyze, debug, and root cause issues found with AMD processor enabled platforms and software stacks.
Author technical papers, reference solutions, and application notes for internal and external use.
Good understanding of x86 processor architecture (preferred).
Strong background in Automotive Infotainment Applications (preferred).
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (preferred).