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Sr. Software Development Engineer

AMD

Location

San Jose, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/9/2026

Compensation

USD $127,400.00/Yr. – USD $182,000.00/Yr.

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 98.6%·Filings 728·New hires 184·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

The Sr. Software Development Engineer at Xilinx, Inc., a subsidiary of AMD, is responsible for researching, designing, developing, and testing operating systems-level software and compilers for semiconductor operations. This role emphasizes innovation and collaboration within a culture that values diverse perspectives. The engineer will work on complex problems requiring a deep understanding of computer science and engineering principles. The position offers opportunities to influence hardware design and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology platforms.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience in machine learning model development and optimization.
  • Familiarity with quantization, pruning, and code generation technologies.
  • Knowledge of acceleration platforms including GPU, TPU, APU, and FPGAs.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
  • Experience with Git and data structures.
  • Understanding of deep learning, AI, and large language models (LLMs).

Responsibilities

  • Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software and compilers.
  • Troubleshoot and debug software programs for enhancements and new products.
  • Develop software and tools to support design, infrastructure, and technology platforms.
  • Determine hardware compatibility and influence hardware design.
  • Utilize knowledge of computers and electronics in software development.
  • Apply engineering principles and best practices to the design and testing of AMD systems and products.

Benefits

  • AMD provides a competitive 'Total Rewards' package that focuses on financial growth, health, and work-life balance.

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