Kubernetes SW Developer

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Kubernetes Software Developer  / Cloud Software Engineer

This is not a new grad position.

Position is based in Austin, TX only.

THE ROLE: 

We are seeking an exceptional Kubernetes (K8S) Developer with specialized expertise in scheduler performance optimization. As a key contributor to our team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing Kubelet to fully leverage chip-let architecture for containerized workloads. Your expertise will be pivotal in shaping the manageability and scalability of workloads deployed on K8S heterogenous and homogenous HW clusters.

THE PERSON: 

If you are a seasoned Kubernetes developer with a passion for scaling and optimizing cloud native workloads and deep knowledge of x86 platforms, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute your expertise to advance the manageability and capabilities of Kubernetes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• AMD EPYC CPU topology Integration:

Design, develop, and validate K8S features that are aware of EPYC chip-let architecture for optimal resource allocation. This will involve strong collaborate with core Cloud Native, Hardware, and Performance team members to understand behavior of various cloud native workloads on AMD EPYC processors.

• Performance Tuning:

Conduct performance analysis, identify the bottlenecks, and optimize platform resources for various Quality of Service pod profiles. Fine-tune settings to align for optimal pod scheduling.

• HW Security Integration:

Design, develop, and validate K8S features that are aware of platform features such as AMD SME/SEV/SNP/SEV-TIO, ISA, and Accelerators.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience in designing and developing solutions on Kubernetes.
• Strong knowledge of K8s architecture, design and internals including CRI, CNI and CSI.
• Experience in upstreaming and working with open-source community in CNCF.
• Background in development of code to enhance K8s for hardware specific feature enhancements.
• Must have Go Lang, Python
• Deep knowledge of x86, platform and I/O virtualization technologies
• Effective communication
• Strong team and community collaboration
• Knowledge of micro VMs, Platform IOMMU, PCIe, is a plus.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field 

LOCATION

Austin, TX

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

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.