Principal Software Engineer – PyTorch Training Frameworks

AMD · San Jose, CA · Engineering

principal Software Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Jan 30, 2026

About this role

AMD is hiring a principal-level Software Engineer based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, CUDA, Docker.

Role
Software Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Location
San Jose, CA
Department
Engineering
Posted
Jan 30, 2026
AI Summary
Principal-level PyTorch training framework expert driving performance and scalability of AI training on AMD Instinct accelerators. Optimize large-scale workloads, debug distributed training systems, partner across compiler/kernel/driver teams, and influence upstream PyTorch development. Requires deep PyTorch internals expertise and strong technical leadership.
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PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER – PYTORCH TRAINING FRAMEWORKS

 

THE ROLE: 

AMD is looking for a Principal-level PyTorch training framework expert to help drive performance, scalability, and correctness of large-scale AI training on AMD Instinct™ accelerators. You will work at the intersection of PyTorch internals, distributed training, and hardware-aware optimization, partnering closely with compiler, kernel, driver, and architecture teams to deliver industry-leading training performance and developer experience.

  

 

THE PERSON: 

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