About the Role
AMD is hiring a passionate Software Development Engineer to join a highly skilled team focused on optimizing performance for key applications and benchmarks. You’ll work closely with industry experts and utilize cutting-edge hardware and software platforms to build next-generation computing experiences across PCs, AI, gaming, and embedded systems.
This role requires deep technical expertise in multimedia technologies, low-level programming, and problem-solving to develop, debug, and enhance software supporting AMD’s latest innovations.
Position: Software Development Engineer
Location: Markham, Ontario, Canada
Department: Engineering
Job ID: 64138
Annual Salary Range: CAD $126,160 – $189,240
Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidance based on product specifications and hardware core IPs
- Define and track milestone deliverables across development phases
- Design and implement multimedia features that support new hardware, software, and OS specifications
- Reproduce, debug, and resolve complex firmware, driver, or application-level issues in specific hardware/software environments
- Develop test applications and quality assurance frameworks for rigorous performance validation
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline
- Strong understanding of multimedia technologies and video codec architectures
- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
- Effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams
- Experience with low-level hardware-software interfacing
Eligible Batch: 2023, 2024, 2025 graduates (freshers and professionals with relevant skills are welcome)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in Canada
Required Technical Skills
C, C++, Video Codecs, HEVC, H.264, AV1, MPEG4, VP9, SVC, Encoder Rate-Control, Multimedia Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, Embedded Programming, x86 Architecture, ARM Architecture, WinDbg, Kernel Mode Debugging, Perforce, GitHub, Jira, Visual Studio, System-On-Chip, Firmware Debugging
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge computing products that shape the future of technology
- Join a diverse and inclusive culture focused on innovation, excellence, and integrity
- Collaborate with global teams and industry leaders
- Competitive compensation and hybrid work flexibility
- Access to AMD’s robust employee benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and more
Apply Now: https://careers.amd.com/careers-home/jobs/64138?lang=en-us&iis=Job%20Board&iisn=Linkedin
About AMD
At AMD, we’re dedicated to transforming lives through the power of technology. Our mission is to build world-class products that accelerate the world’s most important computing experiences. We strive to push boundaries, embrace innovation, and maintain a culture that values collaboration, diversity, and excellence. If you’re passionate about solving meaningful problems and shaping the future of computing, AMD is the place for you.
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