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Advanced Micro Devices

Senior Linux Software Engineer

austin, TX

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Advanced Micro Devices lists this Senior Linux Software Engineer opportunity in austin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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

We are seeking an engineer to join our team that will thrive in a fast‑paced work environment, using effective communication, problem‑solving and prioritization skills. Individuals that are well organized, show great attention to detail, and employ critical thinking are well‑suited for our team.

THE PERSON

This AMD team is looking for a Senior Linux Software Engineer who can work with OS partners to enable Linux distros on AMD EPYC CPUs and Instinct GPUs. Team player who collaborates well with other AMD engineering teams to resolve AMD specific functional and performance issues involving AMD CPUs/GPUs and Linux distros. The desired candidate should be willing to take ownership on behalf of AMD and work with the OS partner and AMD internal teams to enable timely resolution. You will be involved in all areas that impact the team including performance, automation, and development. The right candidate will be informed on the latest trends and become prepared to give consultative direction to senior management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A powerful desire to learn new skills and understand new features as they are added

Proven record of accomplishment of working within and across groups.

Effective communication skills

Responsible for exploring opportunities to improve product

Work closely with other team members to understand design architecture and to propose solutions to improve and enhance product’s

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Exposure to systems architecture

Linux kernel and virtualization debugging skills

Linux feature backporting and upstreaming experience

Ability or desire to use AI tools to maximize productivity

Experience running, analyzing, and system benchmarks

Solid programming skills in Python, C, or C++

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field

LOCATIONS

Austin, TX or Santa Clara, CA

OTHER NOTICES

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

BENEFITS

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

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.

ADDITIONAL NOTICE

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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Worksite address

austin, TX, 78716, US

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