WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences – the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. 

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LOCATION: Markham, ON

ONSITE/HYBRID: This is an on-site role as the hiring team will require the student to work in the Markham office at least 3 days a week throughout the entire duration of the co-op work term. COVID-19 protocols are being strictly followed.

PROGRAM TERM: Winter 2024 (4-Month) - Start Date Sep.9, 2024 – Dec.20, 2024 

ABOUT THE DEPARTAMENT

We’re a young and rapidly growing team powering the graphic processing units (GPUs) of Cloud Service Providers such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services. As cloud computing sets the tone in the new generation of technology, we work to enable cloud gaming, machine learning and powering other creative uses of GPUs in a non-traditional environment.

THE ROLE

We develop kernel driver software and related software tools (such as the Radeon Software) for professional, server-grade GPUs, such as AMD Radeon Pro V620 (known as NGads V620 on Azure), AMD Instrinct™ MI300 and AWS G4ad V510. A successful candidate will work with industry experts on the team on solutions related to virtualization platforms and operating systems.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

The successful candidate will learn about graphics driver architecture and how we program our graphics chips to work with a variety of Hypervisors (KVM, HyperV, VMWare, Xen) and Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, Android). As a valued member of our team, we will invest in growing your career and have your contributions enhance AMD's Cloud GPU offerings. Using this knowledge, the candidate will be entrusted with developing tools to enhance 

You will participate in SCRUM teams to give you an opportunity to learn and experience all aspects of software development process including coding, documentation, and performance analysis. Your problem-solving skills will be challenged by debugging and resolving issues. As you finish one project and move on to the next, you will witness the unique learning opportunities between the different cloud providers and use cases of our GPUs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong object-oriented programming background, C/C++ preferred
• Ability to write high quality code with a keen attention to detail
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux and/or Android operating system development
• Experience with software development processes and tools such as debuggers, source code control systems (GitHub) and profilers is a plus
• Enjoy tinkering with containers and other new technologies
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated, self-starter with good interpersonal skills

Benefits 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.