Software Development Engineer (1 year contract) Job Listing at AMD in Markham, ON (Job ID 72757-en-us)

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WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER 2 

THE ROLE: 

We are looking for a dynamic, upbeat software engineer to join our growing team. If you have an affinity for computer architecture, thrive in a team environment and strive to improve everything around you, we offer the opportunity to bring up new APUs and GPUs years before they hit the market, implement support for the latest OS versions, and work on cutting edge display technologies.

THE PERSON: 

The ideal candidate possesses an innovative and problem-solving mindset, has a keen eye for Software engineering development, and is diligent and passionate about Technology.  

• Is a proven C++ programmer and problem-solver
• Is a great communicator and collaborator
• Understands Object-Oriented design
• Can surmount the steepest learning curves

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Validate new SW features before releasing them to customers 
• Contribute to a high-functioning feature team 
• Development of Windows Kernel Mode Driver (KMD) support for future APU and dGPUs
• System level development, and debug of hardware & software features
• Development of tools, techniques and processes that aid in KMD debug & development on APU-based systems
• Collaborating with HW/SW/FW developers in other teams to drive complex cross-domain issues to resolution

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Very large code base
• Kernel debugging and driver development
• Hardware programming and bringup
• Operating systems and computer architecture
• Some working knowledge of Windows OS
• System-level design & debug on APU-based systems
• Good knowledge and hands-on experience in C, C++ 

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills 

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline 

LOCATION: 

• Markham, ON 

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