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# Sr. Software Development Engineer

- **Company:** Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
- **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $186,142.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Compilers, Program Optimization, Nvidia CUDA, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Computer Literacy, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Linux, Distributed Systems, Distribution Softwares, Memory Management, Hardware Compatibility (Software Requirements), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, OpenCL, Software Engineering, Toolchain, Network Routers, Multithreading, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Parallel Computation, Gpu Programming, Git, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, Software Performance
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88050596/1

## About the Role

Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, or related field.

Qualifications: Amount and type of experience required: One (1) year of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering role.

Specific skills required: The following skills are required:

Position requires one (1) year of experience in the following:

 * Unix/Linux environments;
 * C/C++ and Python;
 * OpenCL;
 * CUDA/HIP;
 * GPU architecture;
 * GPU programming;
 * Machine-Learning;
 * Memory management;
 * Multi-threading;
 * Code optimization using the GPU or software performance analysis;
 * Software debugging (macOS or Linux/Unix);
 * Git;
 * GNU toolchain;
 * Data structures;
 * DPC++;
 * Parallel Computing;
 * Scripting & Automation for HPC systems; and
 * Distributed Systems.

Preferred Skills: N/A

#LI-AM4

## Description

Job Role and Responsibility: AMD, Inc., is hiring Sr. Software Development Engineer to Research, design, develop, and/or test operating systems-level software, compilers, and/or network distribution software for semiconductor operations, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug software programs for enhancements and new products. Develop software and tools in support of design, infrastructure and technology platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, cloud-based and Internet related tools. Determine hardware compatibility and/or influence hardware design. Work in an area of specialization to develop systems-level software, working on problems of complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics, including circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic
equipment, computer hardware and software, applications, and programming, as well as knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Apply knowledge of engineering principles, best practices, and technologies to the design, development, and testing of various AMD systems and products., 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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