Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Firmware Architect (SoC / Embedded Systems)

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $130K — $180K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in SoC architecture focusing on boot and firmware.
  • Strong expertise in ARM and x86 boot flows and initialization.
  • Knowledge of functional safety standards, specifically ISO 26262.
  • Experience in developing low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers for SoCs.
  • Familiarity with processor subsystems and interconnect protocols like AXI.
  • Proficient in analytical scripting with languages like C and Python.
  • Understanding of security measures in embedded firmware.

Responsibilities

  • Define and develop the firmware architecture for SoC boot flows and system initialization.
  • Collaborate with other SoC architects for integration of firmware and hardware components.
  • Create detailed documentation for boot and firmware interface requirements.
  • Implement functional safety-compliant firmware and software solutions.
  • Partner with design and verification teams to ensure system-level functional correctness.
  • Analyze and balance performance, power, reliability, and safety trade-offs in firmware design.
  • Influence security and lifecycle management strategies across firmware domains.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model allowing remote and in-office flexibility.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Employee training and development opportunities.
  • Retirement savings options with company match.
  • Employee assistance programs for personal well-being.
Full Job Description
THE TEAM

The AECG x86 Embedded Team builds and optimizes x86 platforms for embedded and commercial applications, working across silicon, firmware, and software to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions at scale.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an SoC Architect specializing in Boot, Firmware, and Software/Hardware Interfacing. In this role, you will define and drive firmware architecture for next-generation SoCs, ensuring robust boot flows and compliance with functional safety standards. You will collaborate closely with other SoC architects to integrate firmware seamlessly with processor subsystems, interconnects, and system-level components.

THE PERSON

You are passionate about SoC architecture and firmware design, with deep expertise in boot flows for ARM and x86 platforms. You thrive in cross-functional environments, balancing performance, power, and reliability trade-offs. You have strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to influence architecture decisions across teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Define and develop firmware architecture for SoC boot flows, reset sequences, and system initialization.
  • Collaborate with SoC architects to ensure cohesive integration of firmware with hardware components.
  • Specify requirements and create detailed documentation for boot and firmware interfaces.
  • Drive implementation of functional safety-compliant firmware and software.
  • Partner with design, verification, and software teams to ensure functional correctness and system-level validation.
  • Analyze trade-offs for performance, power, reliability, and safety in firmware design.
  • Influence strategies for security, safety, and lifecycle management across firmware domains.


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Experience in ARM and x86 SoC boot flows, including secure boot and power-on initialization.
  • Expertise in firmware development for SoCs, including low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers.
  • Experience with functional safety compliance (ISO 26262 or equivalent) for firmware and software.
  • Familiarity with SoC architecture, processor subsystems, interconnect protocols (e.g., AXI), and memory systems.
  • Knowledge of low-power design techniques, reset flows, and power management.
  • Proficiency in modeling and automation using C, Python or similar languages.
  • Strong understanding of security and reliability strategies for embedded firmware.


ACADEMIC & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Proven track record in delivering architecture for SoCs with robust boot and firmware solutions.


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San Jose, CA

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Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
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