Firmware Engineer

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: The focus of this role is to be the technical lead on assigned projects for the implementation of AMD FW for new features and products and performance improvements for AMD’s graphics processor IP within the Software / Firmware MEC / CP uCode design and development environment for our next generation Machine Intelligence GPUs. This is an important role that will drive deliverables for new products to meet market and Customer requirements. The learning curve will be steep as this is a very new and complex areas at the intersection of GraphicsIP, SOC design, MI / ML algorithm design and low-level Firmware and Micro-code development. Requires close collaboration within the team environment and across functional organizations THE PERSON: Ability to assess complexity of feature requirements and lead implementation project. Actively interact with other teams engineering leads and architects to address technical issues and challenges Carry out firmware development using assembly or C language programming. Possesses system engineering expertise across multiple domains with a track record of picking up new technology fast Strong general Firmware, Software and/or Micro-code architecture and design experience, ideally working with a variety of micro controllers Graphics IP / SOC experience and/or understanding of the graphics command pipeline a definite asset Machine Intelligence, Machine Learning, AI algorithm design / development / understanding a definite asset Willingness and ability to mentor and guide junior team members through complex design and development tasks Strong drive to offer alternative solutions to tough technical problems Experience in triaging and debugging test failures in both simulation, emulation, and silicon environments KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, debug, verify and/or validate firmware, software and/or hardware Participant in day-to-day firmware development work Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Proficient in writing efficient firmware in assembly or C language, including use of a source control system Proficient in debugging firmware and RTL code using simulation tools, including the ability to determine if the root cause of a failing test is the Firmware, hardware, or test Experienced in RTL level ASIC design Experience in Verilog, System Verilog, and working in the Windows and Linux environment ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors or Masters degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent LOCATION: Shanghai #LI-VC1 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.

THE ROLE: The focus of this role is to be the technical lead on assigned projects for the implementation of AMD FW for new features and products and performance improvements for AMD’s graphics processor IP within the Software / Firmware MEC / CP uCode design and development environment for our next generation Machine Intelligence GPUs. This is an important role that will drive deliverables for new products to meet market and Customer requirements. The learning curve will be steep as this is a very new and complex areas at the intersection of GraphicsIP, SOC design, MI / ML algorithm design and low-level Firmware and Micro-code development. Requires close collaboration within the team environment and across functional organizations THE PERSON: Ability to assess complexity of feature requirements and lead implementation project. Actively interact with other teams engineering leads and architects to address technical issues and challenges Carry out firmware development using assembly or C language programming. Possesses system engineering expertise across multiple domains with a track record of picking up new technology fast Strong general Firmware, Software and/or Micro-code architecture and design experience, ideally working with a variety of micro controllers Graphics IP / SOC experience and/or understanding of the graphics command pipeline a definite asset Machine Intelligence, Machine Learning, AI algorithm design / development / understanding a definite asset Willingness and ability to mentor and guide junior team members through complex design and development tasks Strong drive to offer alternative solutions to tough technical problems Experience in triaging and debugging test failures in both simulation, emulation, and silicon environments KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, debug, verify and/or validate firmware, software and/or hardware Participant in day-to-day firmware development work Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Proficient in writing efficient firmware in assembly or C language, including use of a source control system Proficient in debugging firmware and RTL code using simulation tools, including the ability to determine if the root cause of a failing test is the Firmware, hardware, or test Experienced in RTL level ASIC design Experience in Verilog, System Verilog, and working in the Windows and Linux environment ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelors or Masters degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent LOCATION: Shanghai #LI-VC1

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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