Sr. Program Manager

Job description

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: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Program Manager to join our Operations team.

This role is pivotal in driving cross-functional business programs with a strong focus on finance, planning, and operational execution THE PERSON: The Sr. Program Manager will partner closely with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leaders—acting as a bridge across organizations to align strategic initiatives, collaboratively define program scoping, optimize processes, and deliver results that enable AMD to scale effectively and achieve its business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Project Scoping & Alignment Collaborate with Business Units and internal teams to coordinate project scoping, objectives, success criteria, resource needs, and timelines.

Ensure projects are aligned with AMD’s financial, operational, and strategic goals.

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate trade-offs, prioritize initiatives, and establish clear deliverables.

Translate high-level strategies into actionable programs with measurable outcomes.

Program Management & Execution Lead cross-functional programs with an emphasis on financial planning, cost management, and operational efficiency.

Partner with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leadership to align business goals, budgets, and performance metrics.

Drive internal cross-collaboration across multiple functions—including Finance, Operations, Engineering, HR, IT, and Business Units—to ensure seamless accounting of project costs.

Develop frameworks, dashboards, and governance models to ensure transparency and accountability across programs.

Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks, escalating issues and driving resolution across stakeholder groups.

Facilitate quarterly and annual planning processes, ensuring alignment of financial forecasts with operational strategies.

Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and recommendations for leadership decision-making.

Mentor and guide junior program managers, helping to establish best practices and strengthen AMD’s Program Management culture.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Strong experience in program or project management, with strong exposure to finance and operations in high-tech, semiconductor, or related industries.

Proven ability to scope, plan, and deliver complex programs through collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.

Semiconductor experience / knowledge -plus Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to influence across organizations.

Expertise in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).

Proficiency with program and financial management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, SAP, or similar).

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or Engineering; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

LOCATION: Austin, TX ( Open to other AMD locations) #LI-SL3 #LI-Hybrid 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.THE ROLE: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Program Manager to join our Operations team.

This role is pivotal in driving cross-functional business programs with a strong focus on finance, planning, and operational execution THE PERSON: The Sr. Program Manager will partner closely with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leaders—acting as a bridge across organizations to align strategic initiatives, collaboratively define program scoping, optimize processes, and deliver results that enable AMD to scale effectively and achieve its business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Project Scoping & Alignment Collaborate with Business Units and internal teams to coordinate project scoping, objectives, success criteria, resource needs, and timelines.

Ensure projects are aligned with AMD’s financial, operational, and strategic goals.

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate trade-offs, prioritize initiatives, and establish clear deliverables.

Translate high-level strategies into actionable programs with measurable outcomes.

Program Management & Execution Lead cross-functional programs with an emphasis on financial planning, cost management, and operational efficiency.

Partner with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leadership to align business goals, budgets, and performance metrics.

Drive internal cross-collaboration across multiple functions—including Finance, Operations, Engineering, HR, IT, and Business Units—to ensure seamless accounting of project costs.

Develop frameworks, dashboards, and governance models to ensure transparency and accountability across programs.

Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks, escalating issues and driving resolution across stakeholder groups.

Facilitate quarterly and annual planning processes, ensuring alignment of financial forecasts with operational strategies.

Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and recommendations for leadership decision-making.

Mentor and guide junior program managers, helping to establish best practices and strengthen AMD’s Program Management culture.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Strong experience in program or project management, with strong exposure to finance and operations in high-tech, semiconductor, or related industries.

Proven ability to scope, plan, and deliver complex programs through collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.

Semiconductor experience / knowledge -plus Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to influence across organizations.

Expertise in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).

Proficiency with program and financial management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, SAP, or similar).

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or Engineering; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

LOCATION: Austin, TX ( Open to other AMD locations) #LI-SL3 #LI-Hybrid
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.

Required Skill Profession

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