WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: We are looking for an Firmware Engineer - Lead with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, you will provide technical support for the physical interface for DDR memory in multiple business segments, including client and server. This firmware is mainly focused on memory training, but includes other initialization and configuration of the IP. You will work with VCS simulations, other pre-silicon targets, post-silicon enabling, feature development and debug. 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: Lead Engineer responsible for designing, developing, debugging, verifying and/or validating firmware, software and/or hardware Lead day-to-day firmware development work Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Multiple prior years of related firmware experience combined with technical education within the semiconductor industry Expert level experience producing quality firmware Experience with memory firmware: DDR, LPDDR, HBM or OPM ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent LOCATION: Rochester, NY ( Open to Syracuse, NY and Buffalo, NY) #LI-SL3 #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.