THE ROLE:
BIOS team is looking for a software/firmware developer to join the team and help develop pre-OS BIOS firmware and silicon initialization code. As part of the role, the BIOS engineer will work closely with other firmware developers and architects in designing and implementing X86 and/or ARM firmware that spans pre- and post-silicon for all business units.
THE PERSON:
Passionate about firmware development on bare-metal or close to bare-metal environment. Need strong problem-solving skills, with a collaborative can-do attitude. Robust knowledge of computer architecture and low-level programming in C
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Developing, porting, debugging, and documenting core firmware support for various DRAM technologies including DDR4, LPDDR4/4x, DDR5, LPDDR5/5x RDIMM, LRDIMM, 3DS, etc., on AMD Desktop, Mobile, and Enterprise SoCs.
- Supporting emulation/simulation teams during pre-silicon phase to validate memory hardware and firmware.
- Working closely with hardware validation teams to optimize memory signal integrity,
achieve highest possible performance and robust feature support.
- Assist memory validation teams with debug from initial power-on to achieve full functionality of all features in a timely manner.
- Developing custom memory firmware features for internal and external customers.
- Engage with technical leads to understand firmware scope and work on implementation to meet schedules and milestones.
- Work with internal and external teams to ensure highest level of quality and satisfaction throughout firmware lifecycle.
- Must be well-organized, technically oriented, and a self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and coordinate activities with geographically distributed technical teams.
- Desire to work and succeed on fast-paced and highly dynamic environments
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor s or Master s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent with 6-9 years of experie