Kernel/Linux Engineer

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD. At 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. Whether 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.Kernel/Linux EngineerTHE ROLEAMD's Server Software and Solutions Engineering team is looking for a Senior Linux Kernel Engineer to join our Linux Kernel and Virtualization Development team. In this role, you will help enable AMD x86-64 architecture features in Linux and contribute to the design and development of core CPU and SoC capabilities across the Linux kernel and related open-source projects.You will collaborate with engineers across software and hardware teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance virtualization, memory management, performance, scalability, low-level platform enablement, and Linux distribution integration. The position offers opportunities to contribute across the full software development lifecycle while engaging with the broader open-source community.THE TEAMOur team develops and optimizes foundational software technologies that help unlock the full potential of AMD processors in cloud, enterprise, and datacenter environments. We value collaboration, curiosity, diverse perspectives, and continuous learning. Team members work closely together to solve complex technical challenges and contribute to industry-leading open-source projects that have a broad impact across the Linux ecosystem.WHAT YOU'LL BRINGWe recognize that candidates may not meet every qualification listed below. If your experience is closely aligned with this role and you're excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.Experience in one or more of the following areas:x86 computing architectureLinux kernel development and debuggingVirtualization technologies, including KVM and QEMUOperating systems, memory management, and security conceptsSoftware development across the full product lifecycleOpen-source software development and upstream contribution workflowsDeveloping systems software in CLinux kernel subsystems, core kernel, I/O, or platform softwareGNU development tools and Git-based workflowsWorking with external partners and open-source communitiesOperating system concepts, data structures, ACPI, PCIe, and x86-64 architectureLow-level debugging tools, emulators, and simulatorsPerformance optimization, scalability, and platform enablementAdditional experience that would be beneficial:Contributions to Linux KVM, QEMU, or other virtualization technologiesExperience preparing and submitting patches through open-source development processesFamiliarity with virtualization extensions and hypervisor technologiesEDUCATIONBachelor's, Master's, or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Professional experience in Linux kernel, systems software, virtualization, operating systems, or related areas.#LI-MH3#LI-HYBRIDBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.AMD 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.AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.This posting is for an existing vacancy.