Independent Software Vendor Program Manager

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

6h•Remote

About The Position

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: Join a dynamic, customer-facing technical program management team that sits at the intersection of engineering, product management, business units, and strategic customers. This team plays a critical role in driving successful customer platform integrations and product launches, ensuring AMD solutions are delivered with precision, predictability, and excellence. As a Program Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional programs supporting customer portfolios from early planning through product lifecycle execution. You will work closely with engineering teams to translate customer requirements into executable schedules, align deliverables across organizations, and proactively manage risks before they impact launch timelines. This is a high-visibility role where you will interact directly with customers, senior technical leaders, and executive stakeholders. You will gain exposure to AMD’s product strategy, customer ecosystems, and cross-functional execution processes while operating in a fast-paced, collaborative, and matrixed environment. If you enjoy solving complex coordination challenges, influencing without authority, and driving clarity in dynamic environments, this role offers strong ownership and impact. THE PERSON: The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented technical program manager who thrives in complex, customer-driven environments. You are comfortable operating across organizational boundaries and can build strong relationships with engineering teams, business stakeholders, and external customers. You demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and structured thinking. You communicate clearly and confidently at all levels, including executive audiences, and you bring a solutions-oriented mindset when navigating ambiguity or risk. You are organized, analytical, and motivated by driving programs to successful completion while maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Salesforce experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience managing customer-facing technical programs
Strong understanding of cross-functional product development environments
Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience building dashboards, managing risk logs, and presenting executive status updates
Familiarity with semiconductor, hardware, or platform-based product environments
Knowledge of Agile and hybrid program management methodologies
PMP or Scrum Master certification preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field preferred
Formal project management training or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Define, plan, and drive customer-facing technical programs from initiation through delivery
Translate customer platform requirements into engineering schedules and actionable deliverables
Manage cross-functional dependencies across engineering, product management, and business units
Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure program success
Maintain program artifacts including schedules, resource forecasts, RAID logs, and executive dashboards
Utilize Salesforce to track customer programs, maintain account visibility, and ensure accurate reporting
Facilitate cross-team communication and escalate issues when needed to maintain momentum
Partner with customers to ensure alignment throughout the product lifecycle