Senior Technical Program Manager - AI

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:

As a Program Manager in AMD's AI engineering division, you will oversee end-to-end delivery of cutting-edge AI/ML software stacks for AMD teams. You will explore the potential of open-source software to address real-world challenges and collaborate with product management, customers, software and hardware engineering teams, quality assurance, and operations within a rapidly expanding team. Additionally, you will gain exposure to state-of-the-art AI/ML models in diverse fields, including AI engineering, Large Language Models, and Agentic AI workflows.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate for this role will be a proactive, enthusiastic, and quick-learning individual passionate about emerging technologies. As a results-driven, adaptable problem-solver, they will thrive in a dynamic environment, effectively navigating ambiguity and change. Leveraging their engineering background and demonstrated success in software delivery, the successful candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, engaging with key stakeholders at all levels - from driving technical conversations to leading executive program reviews.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with engineering managers, software developers, and product managers to drive the planning and execution of multiple dynamic software development projects

Define, plan, and execute projects and program plans based on management guidance and senior technical mentorship

Assess the technical feasibility of new products by clarifying and analyzing requirements with software/hardware architects, technical leads, and engineers

Develop program schedules, considering various software stack components and hardware/firmware dependencies, and build staffing plans to support the timeline

Participate in creating project plans and schedules; develop and improve processes for tracking projects and risk mitigation

Deliver on all assigned program commitments from inception through execution within schedule, budget, and scope

Act as a critical liaison between R&D and other partners for successful project execution

Own resource tracking, status reporting, and issue communication to key partners, including senior executives and customers

Prepare and deliver project status updates and reviews to internal stakeholders

Investigate technical aspects of the program and drive details within firmware, compiler, runtime, tools, and application development teams

Lead across cross-functional teams, including business units, engineering organizations, and finance/operations

Collaborate closely with engineering counterparts across global sites to plan and align operational efficiencies

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Industry experience in project management

Excellent presentation and leadership skills, able to lead technical discussions

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Experience leading complex, interrelated projects, programs, and functions

Outstanding team player, dedicated to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, multitasking environment

Customer-facing experience is a plus Familiarity with managing Linux and Windows-based products is beneficial

Proficiency in tools like JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, and MS Office Experience delivering software for new hardware products such as accelerators and GPUs is advantageous

Experience with AI/ML and Generative AI is required

Familiarity with open-source development and Git Hub Experience  with…