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ADVANCE THE WORLD.\nAt AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.\nWhether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.\nLEAD SECURITY FIRMWARE ENGINEER\nTHE ROLE:\nAMD S3 security firmware team is a part of S3 Software team and works with the world’s leading companies for their customized products. As a Security firmware engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing and validating embedded firmware that comply with security requirements. You will be working with global pre-silicon and post-silicon teams across Software development, SoC design/verification, emulation and validation teams.\nTHE PERSON:\nWe are seeking a lead engineer to join our team that will thrive in a fast-paced work environment, using effective communication, problem-solving and prioritization skills. Individuals that are well organized, show great attention to detail, employ critical thinking and can drive sophisticated issues to closure are well-suited for our team.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDesign and implement embedded firmware encompassing secure boot, trusted operating systems, trusted applications, enabling a wide range of security features \nDevelop new firmware features and enhancements within pre & post silicon environments\nTriage, analyze, debug and fix sophisticated issues and drive the resolution to closure.\nDevelops and execute test plans to evaluate functionality, security, and efficiency of firmware utilizing emulation and evaluation boards for pre-silicon and post silicon testing.\nPlan, track and deliver all firmware deliverables.\nWork closely with needed key stakeholders for efficient feature implementation and issue resolution and be responsible for the commitments. \nScope and perform quick feasibility study of new asks and technologies.\nAble to mentor and guide the team members.\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:\nMinimum 8+ years’ experience in hands on firmware development on ARM or similar architectures.\nStrong with C and assembly language programming\nExperience with bootloader development, secure boot, IP initialization and low-level firmware development.\nExperience with bare metal and RTOS based firmware development.\nProficient in debugging embedded firmware using debug tools.\nSolid understanding of security concepts such as Root of Trust, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, etc.,\nHands on with one or more peripherals/controllers like UART, I2C, SPI, QSPI etc.\nMust have working knowledge on Git/Gerrit\nExperience in semiconductor domain preferred. \nExposure to FTPM, Content Protection, HDCP, PlayReady is a plus.\nExperience in driver development is a plus\nStrong leadership and communication skills\nQuick learning and self-motivated. \nGood written and verbal communication skills in English \nACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:\nBachelor’s or Master'sdegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent\nLOCATION:\nBangalore, IN\nBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.\nAMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.\nAMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.\n\nThis posting is for an existing vacancy.\nLEAD SECURITY FIRMWARE ENGINEER\nTHE ROLE:\nAMD S3 security firmware team is a part of S3 Software team and works with the world’s leading companies for their customized products. As a Security firmware engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing and validating embedded firmware that comply with security requirements. You will be working with global pre-silicon and post-silicon teams across Software development, SoC design/verification, emulation and validation teams.\nTHE PERSON:\nWe are seeking a lead engineer to join our team that will thrive in a fast-paced work environment, using effective communication, problem-solving and prioritization skills. Individuals that are well organized, show great attention to detail, employ critical thinking and can drive sophisticated issues to closure are well-suited for our team.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDesign and implement embedded firmware encompassing secure boot, trusted operating systems, trusted applications, enabling a wide range of security features \nDevelop new firmware features and enhancements within pre & post silicon environments\nTriage, analyze, debug and fix sophisticated issues and drive the resolution to closure.\nDevelops and execute test plans to evaluate functionality, security, and efficiency of firmware utilizing emulation and evaluation boards for pre-silicon and post silicon testing.\nPlan, track and deliver all firmware deliverables.\nWork closely with needed key stakeholders for efficient feature implementation and issue resolution and be responsible for the commitments. \nScope and perform quick feasibility study of new asks and technologies.\nAble to mentor and guide the team members.\nPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:\nMinimum 8+ years’ experience in hands on firmware development on ARM or similar architectures.\nStrong with C and assembly language programming\nExperience with bootloader development, secure boot, IP initialization and low-level firmware development.\nExperience with bare metal and RTOS based firmware development.\nProficient in debugging embedded firmware using debug tools.\nSolid understanding of security concepts such as Root of Trust, symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, etc.,\nHands on with one or more peripherals/controllers like UART, I2C, SPI, QSPI etc.\nMust have working knowledge on Git/Gerrit\nExperience in semiconductor domain preferred. \nExposure to FTPM, Content Protection, HDCP, PlayReady is a plus.\nExperience in driver development is a plus\nStrong leadership and communication skills\nQuick learning and self-motivated. \nGood written and verbal communication skills in English \nACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:\nBachelor’s or Master'sdegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent\nLOCATION:\nBangalore, IN\nBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.\nAMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. 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