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’s Telecommunications Vertical Engineering team within the Datacenter Ecosystem and Application Engineering (DEAE) organization is looking for Sr Manger for Software Engineering who will own and drive our foundation development for the Telcom industry. THE PERSON: We are seeking a seasoned technical leader with over 10 years of experience in software development within the telecom sector. This role requires expertise in performance engineering, optimization, open-source software, and system integration. The successful candidate will join AMD's Data Center Ecosystem Engineering team, focusing on internal solution development, customer engagements, POCs, and enhancing silicon features through innovative software development. This role involves leading a team dedicated to developing telecom and communication software, enabling real-world use cases derived from customer and field engagements. The ideal candidate is passionate about optimal software development, reliability, and scalability, bringing a blend of technical expertise and strong leadership abilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and Drive Telecommunications Enablement Roadmap: Enable hardware, software, and solutions providers to support complex telecom operator networks. Develop and implement a roadmap for enabling hardware, software, and solution providers to support complex telecom operator networks Customer Engagements and PoCs: Structure and manage customer POCs and escalation engagements to ensure AMD EPYC platform adoption and customer value. Manage customer POCs and escalation engagements to ensure the adoption of the AMD EPYC platform and deliver value to customers Open Source Adoption: Ensure the adoption of AMD and other software providers' features, functions, capabilities, and operational performance in the open-source community. Promote the adoption of AMD and other software providers' features, capabilities, and performance in the open-source community Identify Capabilities and Lead Initiatives: Identify necessary telco capabilities and lead activities to maintain competitive advantage. Identify and drive necessary telco capabilities and lead initiatives to maintain a competitive advantage Partner with Internal and External Customers: Collaborate with internal and external customers, balancing industry knowledge, technical skills, and leadership. Collaborate with internal and external customers, balancing industry knowledge, technical skills, and leadership abilities Technical Skills: Proficiency with open-source libraries (DPDK, SPDK, IPSeC) Expertise in software architecture, including SEV-TIO and PCIe IDE models Experience with scalable IOV, platform scalability, and next-gen I/O strategies Familiarity with Open vSwitch, OpenFlow, OpenStack Strong knowledge of C, C++, Go, and other programming Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead teams across multiple functions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to a diverse audience Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and industry peers Commitment to providing mentorship and career development opportunities to members of the engineering team Strategic Vision: Expertise in formulating and executing software strategies and roadmaps Proficiency in identifying dependencies, gathering requirements, and ensuring the development of dependable roadmaps Forward-thinking approach to next-generation I/O and data movement in sophisticated computing environments Problem-Solving and Innovation: Direct telecom industry experience with a deep understanding of how telco operators design, build, deliver, monitor, and manage services Extensive experience in the telecom industry, with a comprehensive understanding of how telecom operators design, construct, deliver, monitor, and manage their services Strong problem-solving skills, especially in production environments Exceptional problem-solving abilities, particularly in production environment Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and quality assurance A creative mindset focused on continuous enhancement and quality assurance People Management: Experience in attracting, developing, and mentoring top technical talent Demonstrated experience in attracting, nurturing, and guiding top technical talent Align team charters and deliverables with organizational vision and goals Ability to align team objectives and deliverables with the organization's vision and goals Commitment to improving employee satisfaction and fostering a positive work environment Dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction and cultivating a positive work environment Commitment to developing software engineers' careers and skills Commitment to advancing the careers and skills of software engineers PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Strong execution skills and excellent customer management Well-versed in telecom workloads and technical knowledge (systems integration, optimization, service engineering, software tooling) Strong knowledge of application monitoring tools and methodologies Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Experience working in a multi-site and multi-cultural environment, with the ability to travel as needed Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and respond swiftly to incidents Team player with a passion for business success Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders Ability to align and build consensus among parties working towards the final goal Keen sense of urgency and drive for results ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 10+ years of proven experience Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Telecommunications with 10+ years of experience LOCATION: Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX #LI-AG1 #LI-HYBRID At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package. Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here. 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.