Machine Learning Performance Engineer

AMD - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Machine Learning Performance Engineer at AMD is responsible for enhancing the performance of machine learning and high-performance compute workloads through the optimization of dense linear algebra. This role involves collaboration with architecture specialists and requires a strong foundation in software engineering, particularly in programming and algorithm development. The engineer will work with cutting-edge hardware and software technologies to drive innovation and improve AMD's product offerings.

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
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Benefits

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