Embedded Solutions Architect - AMD x86 platforms

Avnet • Austin, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

A Technical Solution Architect is needed to lead the technical engagement and growth of AMD-based embedded x86 solutions across the Americas. This role will drive design wins, customer adoption, and competitive displacement versus Intel, NVIDIA, and other ARM-based platforms. The ideal candidate combines deep CPU architecture knowledge with strong customer-facing skills and the ability to translate system-level requirements into scalable embedded solutions. This position will lead the design and adoption of next-generation Edge AI systems built on advanced AMD compute platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• 5–10+ years in FAE, Solution Architect, or technical sales engineering role.
• Strong understanding of x86 CPU architectures (AMD and Intel)
• Strong understanding of embedded/system-level design (compute, memory, I/O, power)
• Experience supporting customer design cycles and engineering engagement
• Proven ability to drive design wins and influence technical decisions

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with AMD processors (Ryzen, EPYC, embedded x86)
• Familiarity with NVIDIA (GPU/AI platforms)
• Familiarity with ARM-based solutions (NXP, Qualcomm, etc.)
• Familiarity with FPG and Programmable SoC products

Responsibilities

• Drive AMD x86 embedded design activity and wins across Avnet’s strategic accounts
• Establish Avnet as a trusted advisor for embedded compute and edge AI solutions
• Strengthen competitive positioning vs. Intel, NVIDIA, and ARM ecosystems
• Enable internal sales teams to confidently position and sell AMD solutions
• Develop and execute technical sales strategy for AMD embedded compute
• Provide system-level architecture guidance in designing with AMD X86 (CPU, memory, storage, I/O, acceleration)
• Engage customers from concept through production, supporting design reviews and solution definition
• Drive high-value design opportunities through the funnel
• Deliver technical training and enablement to internal and external customers
• Build strong alignment with AMD and ecosystem partners to accelerate execution
• Communicate competitive differentiation vs. Intel, NVIDIA, and ARM platforms
• Design and prepare customer facing demonstrations on AMD Embedded x86 platforms

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K and Pension Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Education Assistance
• Employee Development Resources
• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior