Software Development Engineer

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SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER 1

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a motivated software engineer to join AMD’s ROCm Core team. You will focus on GPU kernel performance profiling, functional validation, and issue triaging, working with developers to improve kernel performance and reliability across AMD GPU platforms.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate has an analytical, problem-solving mindset and a strong interest in GPU computing. You are detail-oriented, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively to investigate issues and drive results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Profile GPU kernel performance and analyze compute, memory, and execution bottlenecks.
- Triage kernel issues by reproducing failures, collecting diagnostic data, and collaborating with developers on root-cause analysis.
- Validate kernel functionality, verify fixes, and evaluate performance improvements across GPU platforms and software versions.
- Manage GPU hardware platforms and set up new product introduction (NPI) platforms.
- Collaborate closely with multiple teams to deliver GPU computing solutions and the technology to support them.
- Work closely with development teams and the Development Manager to drive results.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

- Familiarity with GPU architecture, parallel computing, and the ROCm/HIP software stack.
- Experience with GPU kernel benchmarking, performance profiling, and analysis.
- Experience reproducing, triaging, and debugging functional or performance issues.
- Working knowledge of C/C++ and Python or Shell scripting.
- Familiarity with Linux, profiling tools, and GPU hardware platform setup.
- Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.