Senior Technical Program Manager - AI
About The Position
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 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering
- Experience with AI/ML and Generative AI is required
- Software development & deployment experience
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Familiarity with open-source development and GitHub
- Experience with virtualization frameworks (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
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
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
