GPU Graphics Driver Tech Lead

Shanghai
Permanent
Full-time

10 days ago

Job Description:WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHINGWe 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.AMD together we advance_THE ROLE:We are seeking an experienced PMTS role to lead a team of performance engineers focused on Vulkan and OpenGL driver optimizations for AMD discrete and integrated GPUs across Windows and Linux platforms. In this role, you will oversee the development of performance tools, driver optimizations, and GPU hardware/software co-design initiatives to maximize graphics performance. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with hardware, software, and external partners to ensure AMD GPUs deliver industry-leading efficiency and performance.Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of engineers specializing in Vulkan/OpenGL driver performance optimizations.
Define technical roadmaps for performance analysis tools, driver enhancements, and future GPU optimizations.
Align team priorities with AMD’s GPU architecture and software roadmap.
Performance Optimization & Tools Development
Oversee the creation of internal profiling tools to accelerate performance debugging and analysis.
Drive optimizations in OpenGL/Vulkan drivers to maximize GPU utilization.
Work closely with hardware architects, driver developers, and game/application engineers to optimize performance.

Preferred Experience

Strong background in GPU driver development, performance analysis, or graphics programming.
Deep understanding of Vulkan, OpenGL, or DX12 APIs and their performance characteristics.
Knowledge of GPU hardware architecture (SIMD, caching, threading, power/performance trade-offs).
Proven experience leading engineering teams in performance optimization or driver development.
Ability to set technical direction, prioritize projects, and mentor engineers.
Strong cross-team collaboration skills with hardware, software, and external partners.
Excellent ability to articulate technical challenges and solutions to both engineers and executives.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Benefits offered are described: .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.

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