Firmware Engineer - Lead

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We are looking for an Firmware Engineer - Lead with an obsession for firmware. As part of the role, you will provide technical support for the physical interface for DDR memory in multiple business segments, including client and server. This firmware is mainly focused on memory training, but includes other initialization and configuration of the IP. You will work with VCS simulations, other pre-silicon targets, post-silicon enabling, feature development and debug.

You are passionate about firmware development with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments. You have excellent technical communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Lead Engineer responsible for designing, developing, debugging, verifying and/or validating firmware, software and/or hardware
• Lead day-to-day firmware development work
• Provide consultation to internal and external customers regarding AMD features and programming requirements

• Multiple prior years of related firmware experience combined with technical education within the semiconductor industry
• Expert level experience producing quality firmware
• Experience with memory firmware: DDR, LPDDR, HBM or OPM

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Rochester, NY

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