WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiencesfrom 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, youll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the worlds most important challengesstriving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. THE ROLE: In the Diag team, you will be the Linux expert and define the Diagnostics software running environment for both presilicon and postsilicon. THE PERSON: In this high visibility position, your Linux engineering expertise will be necessary to address Linux kernel & driver issues, develop new solutions and strategies to support our next generation of products. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with ASIC design team/SoC architecture to understand the OS and Linux kernel requirement for each program and propose the correct OS and kernel versions. Develop and maintain Linux kernel driver used by CPU and GPU diagnostic software to validate the SOC IPs. Build Linux kernel image and create Ubuntu OS for both presilicon and postsilicon environment. Debug OS boot issues on both presilicon environment (Simnow and Emulation) and UU Bring Up systems. Set up and maintain Git repo for kernel and driver build environment, keep it updated with upstream kernels, develop strategies on how to test kernel and OS image on AMD platforms. Create customized toolchain with AMD next generation CPU instruction support and use them to build kernel and Diagnostics SW etc. Regularly release Ubuntu OS image to internal and external teams with new kernel/driver and optimizations for TTR, etc. Support other operating systems (RedHat, CentOS etc.) that customers requested. Provide support to external customers, PEO and internal IP/CI teams to assist activities such as investigating ASIC, board and firmware issues. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Proven record of successful software engineering in Linux Excellent knowledge of X86/ARM architecture with an emphasis on hardware interfaces Proficiency in Linux kernel development, strong understanding with Linux modules like IOMMU/SDMA/Interrupt/event handler etc. Handson issue debugging skills, issue isolation with Linux kernel, driver module level Proficient in C/C++ programming and one or more scripting languages Familiarity with compiler toolchains, build environments. Familiar with the boot up flow of BIOS + Linux operating system Experience with emulation and ASIC Bring UP is strongly preferred Experience with VMs like VBOX, QEMU, WSL etc. is preferred Multiple operating system experience (Ubuntu, RedHat, CentOS etc.) is a plus Familiar with source control systems like Git, GitHub Good attitude, strong analysis, problemsolving & interpersonal skills. Good English required verbal written ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: B.Sc. or M.Sc. In EE or CS or equivalent. LOCATION: Markham, ON This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. #LI-TW2 #LI-HYBRID Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or feebased recruitment services. 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 thirdparty 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. AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMDs Responsible AI Policy is available here. This posting is for an existing vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Linux Kernel Software Engineer