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# Firmware Architect (SoC / Embedded Systems)

- **Company:** Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $166,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Abstraction Layers, Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Software, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Network Switches, Hardware Infrastructure, U-Boot
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17576028?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17576028%2FFirmware-Architect-Soc-Embedded-Systems-California-San-Jose

## About the Role

You are passionate about SoC architecture and firmware design, with deep expertise in boot flows for ARM and x86 platforms. You thrive in cross-functional environments, balancing performance, power, and reliability trade-offs. You have strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to influence architecture decisions across teams., * Experience in ARM and x86 SoC boot flows, including secure boot and power-on initialization.

 * Expertise in firmware development for SoCs, including low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers.
 * Experience with functional safety compliance (ISO 26262 or equivalent) for firmware and software.
 * Familiarity with SoC architecture, processor subsystems, interconnect protocols (e.g., AXI), and memory systems.
 * Knowledge of low-power design techniques, reset flows, and power management.
 * Proficiency in modeling and automation using C, Python or similar languages.
 * Strong understanding of security and reliability strategies for embedded firmware.

ACADEMIC & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

 * BS, MS, or PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field.
 * Proven track record in delivering architecture for SoCs with robust boot and firmware solutions.

## Description

We are seeking an SoC Architect specializing in Boot, Firmware, and Software/Hardware Interfacing. In this role, you will define and drive firmware architecture for next-generation SoCs, ensuring robust boot flows and compliance with functional safety standards. You will collaborate closely with other SoC architects to integrate firmware seamlessly with processor subsystems, interconnects, and system-level components., * Define and develop firmware architecture for SoC boot flows, reset sequences, and system initialization.

 * Collaborate with SoC architects to ensure cohesive integration of firmware with hardware components.
 * Specify requirements and create detailed documentation for boot and firmware interfaces.
 * Drive implementation of functional safety-compliant firmware and software.
 * Partner with design, verification, and software teams to ensure functional correctness and system-level validation.
 * Analyze trade-offs for performance, power, reliability, and safety in firmware design.
 * Influence strategies for security, safety, and lifecycle management across firmware domains., AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.


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