Staff Software Development Engineer, GPU, AI/ML Ops & Quality Engineering

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$172,000–$258,000 / yr
Posted
50 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jul 22, 2027

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About Amd

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 · Staff Software Development Engineer, GPU, AI/ML Ops & Quality Engineering

Staff Software Development Engineer: GPU, AI/ML Ops & Quality Engineering will provide quality support for a C++-based library that enables GPU and multicore operations for AI, LLM, and deep learning applications. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive test strategies, designing automated test suites using Google Test (gtest), and integrating these frameworks into GitHub Actions pipelines. You will build a common platform to collect and visualize quality metrics while identifying and reporting defects to ensure library stability and performance. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C++, memory management, data structures, and algorithms, along with experience in Windows and Linux environments. Additional skills include Docker for containerization, Git for version control, and building web applications for dashboarding. This position focuses on the critical infrastructure supporting high-performance computing for large-scale machine learning models.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn in California?

Median $217725 from 77 postings across 8 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and maintain automated test suites using Google Test for a C++-based library.
  • Integrate automated test frameworks into GitHub Actions pipelines to provide rapid feedback for developers.
  • Develop a common platform to collect and visualize quality metrics to track engineering health.
  • Identify, isolate, and report defects while working with developers to prioritize and resolve issues.
  • Propose and implement new tools or techniques to improve the overall testability of the codebase.
  • Define test strategies, test cases, and acceptance criteria for new features and enhancements.
  • Analyze code coverage gaps and drive improvements in both test coverage and software quality.

What we're looking for

  • A B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as an SDET or similar role focused on C++ development and testing.
  • Proficiency in C++, including memory management, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Strong experience with GoogleTest (gtest) for unit and integration testing in C++.
  • Hands-on experience with Jenkins or GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipeline integration.
  • Experience working in both Windows and Linux-based environments.
  • Familiarity with Docker or other containerization tools for managing test environments.
  • Familiarity with Git version control and open-source development practices.

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