About this role
About the Role AMD is seeking an SoC Architect specializing in Boot, Firmware, and Software/Hardware Interfacing. You will define and drive firmware architecture for next-generation SoCs, ensuring robust boot flows and functional safety compliance. You will collaborate across silicon, firmware, and software teams to integrate firmware with processor subsystems and system-level components. What You'll Do
- 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. What We're Looking For
- 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 qualifications: BS, MS, or PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Proven track record delivering architecture for SoCs with robust boot and firmware solutions. Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: USD 166,400 - USD 249,600 per year.
- Benefits offered: AMD benefits at a glance.