mid software engineering Embedded Software Engineer ic · Posted Feb 26, 2026

About this role

AMD is hiring a mid-level Embedded Software Engineer in the software engineering function based in Markham, Canada. The posting calls out experience with Python, Performance Optimization, Embedded Systems, Data Structures.

Role
Embedded Software Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Location
Markham, Canada
Department
Engineering
Posted
Feb 26, 2026
AI Summary
Design and develop power management architectures for SoCs, including low-power modes, clock gating, and thermal solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize energy efficiency in processors, GPUs, and ML accelerators from design through product release. Create power models, execute silicon experiments, and develop automated analysis methodologies.

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Job description

from AMD careers

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  

THE ROLE: 

A senior SOC Power Management design engineer who designs, develops, and implements techniques like low-power modes and clock gating to optimize energy efficiency in a single integrated circuit. Expertise in power architecture solutions, specializing in areas like microprocessors, GPUs, and machine learning accelerators to optimize power efficiency and performance. This involves creating power management algorithms, developing power models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement and validate power-saving features throughout the design cycle

THE PERSON:

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