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Principal Software Development Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices

San Jose, CA · Posted October 20, 2026

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About the job

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from 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, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Lead / Principal Systems Design Engineer to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of AMD’s product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry-leading technologies to market . The Systems Design Engineering team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development.

THE PERSON:

As a Leader in Systems Design Engineer ing , you will drive balanced, scalable, and automated solutions. In this high visibility position, your software systems engineering expertise will be necessary towards p roduct development, definition, and root cause resolution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and implement compilers based on MLIR fused model to execute on NPU/GPU effectively

Debugging issues found during the system integration to deliver accurate results

Optimize the performance, such as fusion and tiling strategies

Working with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on time

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Programming/scripting skills ( e.g. C/C++, Perl, Ruby, Python)

Debug techniques and methodologies

Extensive knowledge of system architecture, technical debug, and validation strategy

Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details

Must be a self-starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelors or M asters degree in electrical or computer engineering

LOCATION: San Jose, California

#LI-DR1

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.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Lead / Principal Systems Design Engineer to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of AMD’s product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD’s abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry-leading technologies to market . The Systems Design Engineering team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development.

THE PERSON:

As a Leader in Systems Design Engineer ing , you will drive balanced, scalable, and automated solutions. In this high visibility position, your software systems engineering expertise will be necessary towards p roduct development, definition, and root cause resolution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and implement compilers based on MLIR fused model to execute on NPU/GPU effectively

Debugging issues found during the system integration to deliver accurate results

Optimize the performance, such as fusion and tiling strategies

Working with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are validated and optimized on time

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Programming/scripting skills ( e.g. C/C++, Perl, Ruby, Python)

Debug techniques and methodologies

Extensive knowledge of system architecture, technical debug, and validation strategy

Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and pronounced attention to details

Must be a self-starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelors or M asters degree in electrical or computer engineering

LOCATION: San Jose, California

#LI-DR1

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.