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Sr. Software Development Engineer

AMD

Location

San Jose, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/7/2026

Compensation

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

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.2% approval-61% YoY
πŸ’Ž Strong sponsor

Job description

Xilinx, Inc., a subsidiary of AMD, is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to focus on the research, design, development, and testing of operating systems-level software and compilers for semiconductor operations. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams of system, hardware, and software engineers to develop key software components and solutions. The engineer will also participate in architecture definitions and resolve critical customer support cases. This position requires a strong understanding of software requirements and architectures, as well as the ability to drive significant technical projects.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • One year of experience in the job offered or a closely related engineering role.
  • Experience in software verification and functional verification of microprocessors.
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Bash, and Shell.
  • Knowledge of Linux and Windows internals, Direct Memory Access (DMA) systems, GPIO interfaces, and I2C bus systems.

Responsibilities

  • Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software and compilers.
  • Develop key software components of reference designs and platforms.
  • Participate in architecture and framework definitions for software components.
  • Resolve critical customer support cases in software applications.
  • Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs for enhancements and new products.
  • Define software requirements and architectures.
  • Develop software and tools in support of design, infrastructure, and technology platforms.
  • Drive software and systems solutions, including development and product definitions.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to develop systems-level software.
  • Exercise independent judgment to select methods and techniques for obtaining results.

Benefits

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

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts Β· latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Advanced Micro Devices Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

71

FY2026

Approval rate

99.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

263

FY2026

Entry-level share

4.2%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

-61%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-68%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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