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Axiomspace

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Houston, TX

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Lead requirements reviews, change control boards, and impact assessments * Define interfaces (ICDs ... years of systems engineering experience on software-intensive programs, or an equivalent ...

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Terrestrial Software Systems Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$157K - $186K/yr

Terrestrial Software Systems Engineer LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are looking for a dedicated ...

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Westlake, TX · On-site

$166K - $196K/yr

Utilize programming skills to build (code) and test new alarm functionality per technical ... common system functions. 5 or more years of professional software development (C, C++, Java ...

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Lead Software Systems Engineer - AI & Automation

Austin, TX • On-site

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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$142K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.
At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we're looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don't shy away from humanity's challenges but are determined to help solve them.
AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you're designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger - technology that moves the world forward.
THE ROLE:
We are looking for a dynamic, energetic Lead Software Systems Engineer to join our growing team. As a key contributor to the success of AMD's product, you will be part of a leading team to drive and improve AMD's abilities to deliver the highest quality, industry leading technologies to market. The Systems Design Engineering team fosters and encourages continuous technical innovation to showcase successes as well as facilitate continuous career development.
THE PERSON:
As a Leader in Systems Design Engineering, you will drive balanced, scalable, and automated solutions. In this high visibility position, your software systems engineering expertise will be necessary towards product development, definition, and root cause resolution.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Drive development of Python applications, automation frameworks, and engineering tools.
  • Lead software development efforts and technical initiatives across multiple teams.
    Identify and champion opportunities to leverage AI to improve engineering productivity and business outcomes.
  • Lead AI and emerging technology proof-of-concept (POC) efforts from evaluation through deployment.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize work, and deliver high-quality solutions.
    Mentor engineers and promote software development best practices.
  • Develop APIs, data pipelines, and workflow automation solutions.
  • Debug and resolve complex software and system integration issues.
  • Evaluate and adopt new technologies that improve team efficiency and innovation.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong Python development skills, including object-oriented programming, testing, and performance optimization.
  • Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience building APIs, automation frameworks, and scalable software applications.
  • Proficiency with modern software development practices including Git, CI/CD, automated testing, and code reviews.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure.
  • Experience developing and integrating AI/ML solutions, including LLM-based applications and agent frameworks.
  • Proven ability to lead technical projects, POCs, and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience with databases, data engineering, and API-driven solutions.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to independently drive tasks and initiatives to completion.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical or computer engineering
LOCATION:
Austin, TX
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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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.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD's "Responsible AI Policy" is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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