Principal Security Lead Engineer
Advanced Micro Devices
Santa Clara, CA · Posted September 14, 2026
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About the job
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.
Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.
PRINCIPAL SECURITY LEAD ENGINEER
THE ROLE:
We are looking for a Principal Engineer with an obsession for security. As part of the role, th e Principal E ngineer will work closely with other security and firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in leading the desig ns and implementing security that spans pre -silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs. The position will drive security features that protect register access, firmware interfaces, configuration controls, sensitive customer data and server platform security. Responsibilities include security architecture, and cross-functional execution support, and require strong technical depth, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.
THE PERSON:
You are passionate about security with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead Engineer responsible for drive security solutions and customer adoption for the server CPU program, validating features and advocating for enhancements.
Drive PSIRT bug fixes to mitigate vulnerabilities.
Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD security features and programming requirements, owned customer training and in-house training
Experienced in the use of AI tools to identify and resolve security issues.
Work with AMD SoC and other IP teams to track trends and development directions to align with customer needs
Provide technical and cross-functional debug support to customers with security issues.
Deliver architecture specifications and/or review proposals from internal/external sources
Collaborate with internal AMD teams (Product and System Architects, RTL, PD, SW, Bring-up) to deliver best-in-class security solutions.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Relevant work experience focused on computer architecture and security, with a strong understanding of the factors influencing register and firmware access protections at chip, system, and product levels.
Proven track record of providing and following through with pragmatic security requirements
Expert at tackling multi-variable problems via system-level modeling, testing and characterization, trend analysis/projection, and model verification.
Computing and Graphics architecture.
A drive to continuously learn and expand architectural breadth and depth.
Understands CPU security/power/performance, SW and FW access, and system-level trade-offs
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Bachelor’s, M aster’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
LOCATION:
Santa Clara, CA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
#LI-LM1
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance .
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based 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 third-party 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. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
PRINCIPAL SECURITY LEAD ENGINEER
THE ROLE:
We are looking for a Principal Engineer with an obsession for security. As part of the role, th e Principal E ngineer will work closely with other security and firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in leading the desig ns and implementing security that spans pre -silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs. The position will drive security features that protect register access, firmware interfaces, configuration controls, sensitive customer data and server platform security. Responsibilities include security architecture, and cross-functional execution support, and require strong technical depth, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.
THE PERSON:
You are passionate about security with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead Engineer responsible for drive security solutions and customer adoption for the server CPU program, validating features and advocating for enhancements.
Drive PSIRT bug fixes to mitigate vulnerabilities.
Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD security features and programming requirements, owned customer training and in-house training
Experienced in the use of AI tools to identify and resolve security issues.
Work with AMD SoC and other IP teams to track trends and development directions to align with customer needs
Provide technical and cross-functional debug support to customers with security issues.
Deliver architecture specifications and/or review proposals from internal/external sources
Collaborate with internal AMD teams (Product and System Architects, RTL, PD, SW, Bring-up) to deliver best-in-class security solutions.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Relevant work experience focused on computer architecture and security, with a strong understanding of the factors influencing register and firmware access protections at chip, system, and product levels.
Proven track record of providing and following through with pragmatic security requirements
Expert at tackling multi-variable problems via system-level modeling, testing and characterization, trend analysis/projection, and model verification.
Computing and Graphics architecture.
A drive to continuously learn and expand architectural breadth and depth.
Understands CPU security/power/performance, SW and FW access, and system-level trade-offs
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Bachelor’s, M aster’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
LOCATION:
Santa Clara, CA
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
#LI-LM1
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance .
AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based 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 third-party 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. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.