Senior Staff - Kernel / Linux Virtualization Engineer

AMD • Austin, TX

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About The Position

AMD's server software and solutions engineering team is seeking a senior engineer to join the Linux Kernel and Virtualization development team. This role requires deep expertise in x86 architecture, virtualization, and security, as well as experience with open-source engagement and upstreaming. You will work on enabling AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux, designing and developing core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel and related open-source projects. The role spans all phases of software development, with a focus on security, virtualization, AMD's confidential computing roadmap, and live migration. This position is based in Santa Clara or Austin.

Requirements

• Extensive expertise in x86 computing architecture.
• Proven experience across the entire software development lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of kernels, virtualization, and security.
• Successful track record in contributions to open-source projects, particularly to Linux KVM and open source VMMs such as QEMU.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Enable AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux.
• Design and develop core CPU and SoC features for the Linux kernel.
• Engage in open-source projects and upstreaming.
• Focus on security and virtualization aspects.
• Contribute to AMD's confidential computing roadmap.
• Work on live migration features.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree