21 hours ago
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Responsibilities
- Enhance and optimize the upstream Linux kernel's IOMMU capabilities for AMD EPYC CPUs in bare-metal and virtualization environments.
- Design and develop core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects.
- Drive features and functionality with partner technical teams and the Linux kernel community.
- Review code, build unit tests, and write detailed technical documentation.
- Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and device-driver teams across global locations.
- Support solutions delivered by partner companies and lead collaborative technical approaches.
Requirements
- 15+ years of Linux kernel development experience.
- Deep operating-systems knowledge and proven leadership in Linux kernel development and processes.
- Expert knowledge of the Linux IOMMU community and open-source software development workflows.
- Strong C and x86 assembly programming skills for operating-system kernel and systems development.
- Deep understanding of operating-system concepts, data structures, and at least one general-purpose processor architecture.
- Knowledge of x86-64 architecture.
- Experience with BIOS, UEFI, or firmware is advantageous.
- Exposure to VFIO and KVM/QEMU, including x86-64 virtualization extensions, is a plus.
- Knowledge of the GNU toolchain and Git is a bonus.
- Excellent written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical or computer engineering; a master's degree is preferred.
Benefits
- AMD benefits are referenced as available in the company's benefits overview.
About AMD
AMD designs and sells CPUs, GPUs, and adaptive/embedded computing products for PCs, data centers, gaming, and edge devices. Its portfolio includes Ryzen and EPYC processors, Radeon and Instinct graphics, and adaptive SoCs from its Xilinx acquisition, sold to OEMs, cloud providers, and device makers. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Santa Clara, it is a public company on NASDAQ and supplies semi-custom chips for major game consoles.