Director Software Development - AMD : Job Details

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Base pay range

$232,000.00/yr - $348,000.00/yr

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

AMD together we advance

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 are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to oversee the Vivado Router team. This role demands a visionary who can drive innovation, manage complex projects, and lead a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in FPGA technology, software development, and team leadership. They will be responsible for leading the team, planning software development projects, creating documentation, and delivering software products for both internal and external customers. Experience with cross-team management is essential. Additionally, this role requires the ability to lead, interact, and collaborate with global counterparts to ensure effective project delivery. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, along with the ability to multitask, are crucial.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the Vivado Router team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of next generation FPGA-based routing solutions to achieve multi-fold improvements in QoR, Compile Time, and Memory Usage.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages creativity and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in FPGA technology and software development.
• Participate and play a critical role in planning project deliverables.
• Perform individual goal planning and evaluation per AMD policies.
• Maintain the health and morale of the team.
• Develop and grow the engineering skills of the team.
• Provide periodic management/executive updates.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in software development and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of FPGA architecture and programming.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on experience in software engineering and architectural leadership.
• Consistent record of delivering high-quality software on time.
• Proven track record in planning and delivering complex software products.
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Disciplined approach to problem-solving and decision-making in a technical environment.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

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

Location: San Jose, CA

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Location

• San Jose, CA

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