System Software Engineer

AMD AMD · Semiconductors · Austin, TX · Engineering

System Software Engineer at AMD responsible for designing and developing Scandump and JTAG tools for AMD products, spanning pre-silicon architecture to post-silicon implementation. The role involves coordinating with engineering teams, debugging issues, and driving continuous improvement for Scan tools. Requires a self-starter with experience in C#, Python, SQL, and familiarity with C++, DFT, and X86 architecture.

What you'd actually do

  1. Design and develop JTAG tools
  2. Work across engineering teams and subject areas spanning DFT, firmware, hardware, and software
  3. Coordinate debug of issues and drive them to closure
  4. Pull together meetings, set up clear agendas and follow up on action items
  5. Make tough decisions such as priority calls based on partial or incomplete data

Skills

Required

  • C#
  • Python
  • SQL

Nice to have

  • C++
  • DFT
  • Verilog
  • X86 architecture
  • Software design engineering background with hardware platforms and their software & firmware ecosystems
  • Excellent verbal communication and written, presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, planning, and technical leadership skills
  • Proven record of accomplishment in delivering large multi-functional product solutions
  • Experience working in a fast-paced matrixed technical organization and multi-site environment

What the JD emphasized

  • Must be a self-starter, and able to independently drive tasks to completion