Program Manager

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHINGAt 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 RoleWe are in search of an experienced program manager with strong analytical, problem-solving and risk management skills. Ability to work efficiently and manage effective relationships in a cross-functional organization to meet commitments for successful customer program launches. Must be self-directed and work in complex and dynamic ecosystems.The PersonAs a Program Manager you will partner with our cross functional teams to help validate complex machine learning solutions (from server integration to rack and cluster-level validation). Identify and document customer requirements and establish engineering schedules. Drive AMD product solution deliverables and alignment with customers’ platforms to ensure highest levels of customer satisfaction throughout their product lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesDefines, plans and drives projects and program plans related to machine learning systems based on management and senior technical guidance Possesses a thorough knowledge of the principles of project management and can apply them effectively on small to large size projects Has responsibility for projects or processes of significant technical importance and for results that cross engineering project areas Initiates significant changes to existing processes and methods to improve project and team efficiency Creates and maintains project management artifacts such as schedule, resource and resource forecast, risk and issues logs Provides unique views of project status updates and facilitates cross development team dependencies and communications Identify action or mitigation plans for issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle Collaborates with core teams and execution teams to identify areas that require special attention or escalations to identify corrective actions Collect, analyze, organize and publish work performance data via dashboards and recurring status reports Preferred ExperienceExperience leading programs for integration of servers in OEMs, ODMs, or data centersFamiliar with HW and FW life cycle for systems integratorsUnderstanding of how data centers use servers, racks, clusters, and all the components (HW/FW/SW) needed to run a data center. Detailed oriented, self-driven with a strong sense of pride and ownership. Strong organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills Ability to build relationships and work effectively as a self-starter and as part of a team Proactively involve team members in planning, decision-making and execution efforts People management experience is desirable Excellent verbal and written communication skills to handle all levels of interaction, including executive level Horizontal leadership/Matrix management experience Technical program management and customer relationship management Collaborate in problem solving and mitigating risks with Engineering, Program/Project Management, Business Units and Product Management - both internal and externalStrong knowledge of productivity and project tools including Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Office Suite Academic CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering Formal project management education, PMP / Scrum Master Location:Austin, TXBenefits 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.