Director Software Development

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:

AMD is looking for a talented leader to help develop innovative solutions and software features, bring up new products, and improve the quality of our existing software.

THE PERSON:

We seek a hands-on leader responsible for a large functional area with the Software Development team. They will lead the team, planning software development projects, creating documentation, and delivering software products for internal and external customers. Requires experience with cross-team management. This role also requires that the individual can lead and interact and work with their counterparts globally to ensure effective delivery of the projects: strong Interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and the ability to multitask.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate and play a critical role in planning project deliverables
• Own and drive software design, development, verification, and release the product to customers
• Performing individual goal planning and evaluation per AMD policies
• Maintaining the health and morale of the team
• Develop and grow the engineering skills of the team
• Drive critical issues and interface with cross-functional teams
• Provide periodic management/executive updates
• Lead brainstorming sessions

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a hands-on software engineering, development, and/or architectural leadership role
• Solid knowledge of software fundamentals
• Strong C/C++ programming skills and operating system knowledge
• Embedded Programming knowledge and skills are desired
• Consistent record in engineering execution, delivering software on time with high quality, and achieving premium high-performance software solutions
• Proven track record of planning and delivering complex system software products
• Experience leading multiple projects with competing priorities
• Strong project management skills and experience with project management techniques such as scheduling, budgeting, and risk management
• Disciplined approach to problem solving and ability to make business decisions in a technical environment

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related discipline preferred

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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.