Release engineer Jobs in Markham, ON

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THE ROLE:

We are looking for an Engineer with an obsession with firmware. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs with the focus on firmware development for memory boot loaders and the initialization of various IPs for data center products.

THE PERSON:

You are passionate about firmware development 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:

• Design, develop, debug, verify, and validate firmware for data center products
• Participate in daily firmware development activities
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exhibit technical leadership, interpersonal, and partnership skills
• Develop internal tools to enhance efficiency and quality
• Accountable for delivery of work on time
• Collaborate with teams to co-create solutions

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience combined with technical education in the semiconductor industry
• Experience and knowledge in memory domain will be a plus
• Understanding of SOC architecture and related concepts
• Background in pre-silicon emulation, debugging, and ASIC bring-up
• Knowledge of x86, and/or RISC-V architecture
• Experience with embedded firmware or device driver development
• Practical knowledge of C programming and Python
• Experience producing firmware
• Familiarity with source code management tools such as GitHub

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

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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 an Engineer with an obsession with firmware. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other firmware engineers, developers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs with the focus on firmware development for memory boot loaders and the initialization of various IPs for data center products.

THE PERSON:

You are passionate about firmware development 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:

• Design, develop, debug, verify, and validate firmware for data center products
• Participate in daily firmware development activities
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Exhibit technical leadership, interpersonal, and partnership skills
• Develop internal tools to enhance efficiency and quality
• Accountable for delivery of work on time
• Collaborate with teams to co-create solutions

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience combined with technical education in the semiconductor industry
• Experience and knowledge in memory domain will be a plus
• Understanding of SOC architecture and related concepts
• Background in pre-silicon emulation, debugging, and ASIC bring-up
• Knowledge of x86, and/or RISC-V architecture
• Experience with embedded firmware or device driver development
• Practical knowledge of C programming and Python
• Experience producing firmware
• Familiarity with source code management tools such as GitHub

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

#LI-TB1

#LI-Hybrid

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.