Machine Learning Performance Engineer

AMD - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

AMD is seeking an influential software engineer focused on enhancing the performance of machine learning and high-performance compute workloads through the optimization of dense linear algebra. This role involves collaboration with a team of industry specialists and the use of cutting-edge hardware and software technology to drive innovation and improve future products.

Responsibilities

• Work with AMD's architecture specialists to improve future products
• Apply a data-minded approach to target optimization efforts
• Stay informed of software and hardware trends and innovations, especially pertaining to algorithms and architecture
• Design and develop new groundbreaking AMD technologies
• Participate in new ASIC and hardware bring-ups
• Debug and fix existing issues and research alternative, more efficient ways to accomplish the same work
• Develop technical relationships with peers and partners

Requirements

• Strong understanding of dense linear algebra
• Strong programming background, C/C++ preferred
• Ability to write high-quality code with keen attention to detail
• Experience with parallel programming and threading APIs
• Experience with Linux operating system development
• Experience with software development processes and tools such as debuggers, source code control systems (GitHub), and profilers is a plus
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Motivating leader with good interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Base pay dependent on skills, qualifications, experience, and location
• Eligibility for annual bonus or sales incentive
• Opportunity to own shares of AMD stock
• Discount when purchasing AMD stock through Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Competitive benefits package