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The Role
Linux Kernel Developer - IOMMU and Virtualization The AMD Server Software and Solution engineering team is seeking a passionate Linux Kernel Engineer in our Linux Server Operating Systems team - bring a willingness to learn and absorb recent concepts and technologies, along with a deep understanding of computer architecture and operating system concepts designed for the x86-64 architecture. Design and develop core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects. This opportunity gets you involved in all phases of software development. Work with the upstream Linux Kernel community to get these features merged into the mainline Linux Kernel. Seeking expert that will focus on Linux IOMMU performance and scalability.
The Person
A seasoned Linux kernel leader and maintainer with a strong grounding in operating systems concepts who will develop skills to deliver responsive and efficient solutions that bring new AMD processors to market. Utilize polished written and verbal communication to work with both local and global colleagues towards a common end goal.
Key Responsibilities
- Join Upstream Linux IOMMU-focused team to enhance and optimize the Linux kernel for AMD EPYC CPUs for bare-metal and virtualization.
- Drive features and functionality to our partner technical teams including the Linux kernel community.
- Support the solutions offered by our partner companies.
Review code, build unit tests, and write detailed documentation.
- Collaborate across the stack with hardware, firmware and device drivers stack teams.
- Lead collaborative approaches with global teams.
Preferred Experience
- 15 years of experience in Linux kernel development.
- Deep understanding of operating systems, with emphasis on Linux kernel and proven leader in Linux kernel development and process.
- Expert insider knowledge of the Linux IOMMU community and Open-Source Software development workflow.
- Highly skilled in C and x86 assembly programming for operating system kernel & systems development.
- Understanding of low-level software, such as BIOS/UEFI/firmware is a strong advantage.
- Exposure to VFIO and KVM/QEMU (including x86-64 virtualization extensions) is a plus.
- Knowledge and experience with the GNU toolchain and git are a bonus.
- Deep understanding of operating systems concepts, data structures, and at least one general-purpose processor architecture (knowledge of x86-64 architecture is a bonus).
- A keen eye to learn and absorb new concepts is desirable.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Academic Credentials
- Bachelors or master's degree in electrical or computer engineering.
- Master's degree preferred.
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📌 Linux Kernel Development - IOMMU and Virtualization Professional (Bengaluru)
🏢 Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)
📍 Bengaluru
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