Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Principal Software Development Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc$162K — $195K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering with a focus on performance optimization
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python with a high attention to detail
  • Experience in GPU kernel programming (CUDA/HIP)
  • Proven track record of direct client engagement to resolve technical challenges
  • Familiarity with modern AI frameworks and tools related to LLMs
  • Experience with open-source software development and community collaboration
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with customers to comprehend their needs and challenges
  • Identify and address gaps in AMD's software stack for customer solutions
  • Optimize communication primitives on GPU accelerators
  • Develop and troubleshoot projects from concept to production with customers
  • Translate customer insights to influence AMD's AI strategy
  • Utilize Agentic AI to boost productivity and streamline workflows
  • Explore innovative applications of AMD technology in new areas

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work options
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Access to the latest hardware and software technologies
  • Employee wellness programs and support services
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

AMD is looking for a strategic software engineering lead who is passionate about improving the performance of key applications and benchmarks You will be a member of a core team of incredibly talented industry specialists and will work with the very latest hardware and software technology.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate should be passionate about software engineering and possess leadership skills to drive sophisticated issues to resolution. Able to communicate effectively and work optimally with different teams across AMD.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work closely with strategic customers to understand their requirements challenges and identify opportunities for AMD hardware and software to provide value
  • Close gaps in the AMD software stack needed to support customer solutions
  • Optimizing collective communication primitives on GPU accelerators (NCCL/RCCL)
  • Work hands-on as a technical expert and creative problem-solver, developing side-by-side with customers to drive projects from proof of concept to production
  • Act as the voice of the customer, translating their needs and your on-the-ground insights into actionable feedback that shapes the future of AMD's AI roadmap
  • Use Agentic AI to enhance productivity, automate workflows, and improve operational efficiency
  • Thrive in unfamiliar territory with a high degree of autonomy, finding novel ways to apply AMD technology to real-world problems
  • Apply a data minded approach to target optimization efforts
  • Debugging/fix existing issues and research alternative, more efficient ways to accomplish the same work
  • Stay informed of software and hardware trends and innovations, especially pertaining to algorithms and architecture


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python
  • Ability to write high quality code with a keen attention to detail
  • Experience with GPU kernel programming using CUDA or HIP
  • Expertise with modern LLM serving frameworks (e.g., vLLM, SGLang)
  • Experience in implementing and optimizing attention and KV-cache primitives on GPU accelerators
  • Strong performance analysis and optimization skills for both CPU and GPU
  • A track record of direct Client Engagement with experience working with customers to solve ambiguous technical problems
  • Experience with open-source software development including collaboration with community maintainers and submitting contributions
  • Experience providing clear and timely communication related to status and other key aspects of the project to the executive leadership team
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Motivating leader with good interpersonal skill


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent


This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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