Sr. Program Manager

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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:

In this high-profile role, you will be the overall program leader for keyengineering initiatives from concept to execution. You will work across all ofengineering andbusiness to meet overall initiative and/or product objectives.

THE PERSON:

The right candidate will have solid knowledge of technical program management, an outstanding track record of delivering sophisticated software/hardwareprograms,youwill also drive a schedule for business planningtowards growth that align to business strategy

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Defines, plans, and drives program plans based on management and senior technical guidance, with clear milestones and execution cadence
• Owns programlevel BIOS/UEFI/firmware deliverables and dependencies, ensuring schedule commitment delivery from emulation through end of life
• Scopes technical feasibility of new features/products by clarifying and analyzing requirements with Firmware, Silicon/IP, Platform SW, Validation/QA, and Technical Leads
• Develops and maintains an integrated program schedule factoring silicon/IP readiness, firmware drops, validation gates, and crossteam dependencies; negotiates and creates staffing/resource plans that support delivery
• Builds, creates, and maintains a welldeveloped, managed, and executed program plan (Plan of Record)
• Establishes and maintains formal program management artifacts including a Plan of Record, timelines, scope, risk/issue tracking, and readiness reporting (including firmware readiness and key issues)
• Serves as a primary point of contact for firmware deliverable status and issue healthfor internal stakeholders; advocates strong process discipline for firmware issue tracking and operational firmware processes
• Identifies development path risks early, defines prevention/mitigation plans, and drives escalation to protect schedule, cost, and quality outcomes
• Provides concise, executiveready status updates and facilitates crossteam alignment and decision making with Engineering, Product, and Customer-facing stakeholders

• Demonstrated experience delivering embedded software / firmware / BIOS/UEFIprograms (not only generic project/program management)
• Experience working in or alongside silicon/IP/SoCproduct development teams, with strong understanding of dependency management across firmware, validation, and platform milestones
• Strong understanding of requirements management, documentation management, and defect/issue management
• Ability to grasp complex concepts during technical discussions and turn meeting minutes into crisp action items with owners and dates
• Analytical, selfmotivated, organized, detailoriented, and resultsoriented; thrives in fast-paced, highpressure environments with competing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and crossfunctional leadership skills; communicates progress and risks regularly and clearly
• Experience with Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence, and Excel (or equivalent execution tooling)
• Familiarity with the Semiconductor industry, especially the various functions of graphics firmware, UEFI and platform hardware.
• Practical experience using AI in program Management

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience in embedded/firmware domain
• Formal Project Management education; PMP certification desired

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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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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This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. We consider candidates regardless of 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.