AMD ยท 2 weeks ago
SoC Architect
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$191K/yr - $287K/yr
8+ years expAMD is a company focused on building great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences. They are seeking a SoC Architect who will define and drive firmware architecture for next-generation SoCs, ensuring robust boot flows and compliance with functional safety standards.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
BS, MS, or PhD in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field
8+ years of experience in SoC architecture and firmware development
Proven track record in delivering architecture for SoCs with robust boot and firmware solutions
Preferred
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
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