Lead Software Development Engineer

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.The RoleAMD's Data Center Platform Engineering Group (DPEG) is designing, building and delivering innovative technology infrastructure enabling the digital world. We create AI-enabling rack server solutions that help the world's leading companies turn their ideas into reality. Our customers are future-focused and so are we, always a step ahead of the next challenge. As experts in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, we're the bridge between problem and solution for the world's leading cloud and telecom providers. Our customers depend on us to solve their most complex server design needs. Come join our Data Center Platform Engineering Group, where we are building amazing, powerful products with amazing people.AMD is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer with a strong focus on hardware to join our growing team. As a key contributor, you will help drive AMD's ability to deliver industry-leading technologies and high-quality products to market.The PersonThe ideal candidate possesses an innovative and problem-solving mindset, has a keen eye for software design and development, and is diligent and passionate about technology. A successful candidate will bring strong software engineering expertise, software architecture and system design skills, and the ability to design scalable, maintainable, and extensible solutions that integrate closely with datacenter hardware platforms. They will also serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers, fostering technical growth and best practice adoption. Additionally, strong knowledge of datacenter-scale hardware and technologies such as CPUs, GPUs, DPUs, and network switches will help the candidate succeed.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and drive execution of comprehensive, highly effective software for sophisticated new technology and new product introduction projectsValidate new software features before releasing them to customersWork directly with customers to support and enable the manufacturing processContribute to a high-functioning feature teamCollaborate closely with multiple teams to deliver key planning solutions and the technology to support themContribute to the design and implementation of scalable, durable, and innovative software architectures for next-generation datacenter systemsProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, promoting engineering excellence and best practice adoptionWork closely with development teams and project managers to drive resultsUp to 25% travelPreferred ExperienceExperience developing production-ready code in languages such as Python, C, Rust, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Shell/Bash, or PowerShellServed as a technical mentor to junior engineers, driving knowledge transfer and best practice adoptionSolid experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Containerd, and orchestration frameworks such as Kubernetes or SlurmDeep understanding of Linux and Windows operating systemsHands-on experience with system board interfaces (I2C, PCIe, IPMI, and Redfish) and network communication protocols (TCP/IP and UDP)Strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, patterns, and best practices, with the ability to design scalable and maintainable software systemsPrevious experience in hyperscale computing environments or datacenter platform infrastructure is a significant plusFamiliarity with manufacturing processes and technologies is a plusExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environmentAcademic CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline LOCATION: Secaucus, NJThis role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. - TL1Benefits 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.