PC Sensor Hardware/Software Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
$168,000.00/Yr.-$252,000.00/Yr.
United States, Texas, Austin
7171 Southwest Parkway (Show on map)
May 01, 2026
WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences-from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges-striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLE: We are seeking an engineer to join our team that will thrive in a fast-paced work environment, using effective communication, problem-solving and prioritization skills. Individuals that are well organized, show great attention to detail, and employ critical thinking are well-suited for our team. THE PERSON: AMD's CG is seeking a Senior Sensor Architect to lead the endtoend sensor architecture for AMD Client PC platforms. This role is responsible for defining and evolving sensor solutions across hardware, firmware, and software, with a strong focus on power efficiency, scalability, and enabling differentiated user experiences on AMDbased PCs. This architect will play a forwardlooking role, inventing and driving new sensor frameworks, influencing the broader PC ecosystem and industry adoption, and aligning sensor architectures with AMD's longterm client platform and AI PC roadmaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Defining the next-gen sensor architecture in Client spanning silicon hardware, firmware, OS drivers and applications Architect solutions including but not limited to ALS, proxities, camera, microphones, biometrics and more context aware sensing. Drive Power-first sensor architecture designs enabling always-on and low power sensing use cases by defining key power states, duty cycles, wake mechanisms Optimize key low power state metrics while delivering competitve key UX Drive a scalable FW/SW framework across various SKUs and generations PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience in PC sensor interfaces, power optimization and architecture Exposure to systems, SOC and sensor architecture Experience with FW and SW sensor frameworks Power analysis and optimization ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #LI-KW1 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.