Firmware Architect - Confidential Compute

THE ROLE: 

AMD is transforming the industry with our EPYC server platform and AI-centric graphics solutions. Our mission is to design world-class products that power the next generation of Data Centers, Artificial Intelligence (AI), High Performance Computing (HPC), and next‑generation server platforms. If you are passionate about defining next-generation interconnect architectures and firmware innovation, join our Data Center organization to help shape the future of scalable, high-performance systems. 

THE PERSON: 

We are seeking a highly experienced Firmware Architect to lead the definition and evolution of next-generation firmware architectures for Confidential Compute. This role will focus on industry confidential compute, and virtualization security features as well is AMD proprietary technologies such as SEV, SEV-TIO, and SEV-SNP. You will play a key role in shaping firmware architecture strategy, influencing silicon design, and enabling industry-leading capabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own firmware architecture for Confidential Computing technologies.
• Define end-to-end system architecture, requirements, design direction, and technical strategy.
• Drive architecture reviews and technical alignment across firmware, security, virtualization, platform, and software teams.
• Develop and maintain high-quality architecture and design specifications.
• Lead definition of Trusted I/O technologies including:
• Device attestation
• SPDM
• TDISP
• Secure MMIO
• IOMMU security architectures
• Virtualization security features
• Identify architectural risks and drive mitigation plans early in the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with firmware development teams to ensure successful implementation of architectural requirements.
• Partner with validation teams to define test strategies and coverage plans.
• Work with industry standards bodies and ecosystem partners as needed to influence future security and virtualization architectures.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple programs and organizations.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Confidential Computing technologies including:
• AMD SEV / SEV-TIO / SEV-SNP
• Trusted Execution Environments (TEE)
• Secure virtualization
• Knowledge of PCIe, CXL, IOMMU, device security, and platform security architectures.
• Experience with SPDM, attestation frameworks, device authentication, or secure boot technologies.
• Experience working with cloud providers, hyperscalers, or enterprise security customers.
• Familiarity with server platform architecture and data center products.
• Experience leading architecture reviews and influencing technology direction across organizations.
• Deep understanding of computer architecture, system firmware, and server platforms.
• Experience defining architecture and requirements for complex firmware features.
• Strong knowledge of virtualization technologies and operating system fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead large cross-functional technical initiatives.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP

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