Avnet

AMD Processor Specialist

Avnet$100K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • 5-10+ years in FAE, Solution Architect, or technical sales engineering roles
  • Strong understanding of x86 CPU architectures (AMD and Intel)
  • Experience in embedded/system-level design (compute, memory, I/O, power)
  • Proven ability to influence technical decisions and drive design wins

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a technical sales strategy for AMD embedded compute
  • Provide architecture guidance for designing with AMD X86 components
  • Engage with customers from ideation to production
  • Drive design opportunities through the sales funnel
  • Deliver technical training to internal and external stakeholders
  • Align closely with AMD and partners to enhance execution
  • Communicate competitive advantages over Intel, NVIDIA, and ARM solutions

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401K and Pension Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Family Support including Paid Leave and Adoption assistance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
  • Education Assistance and Employee Development Resources
Full Job Description
Role Summary

A Technical Solution Architect to lead the technical engagement and growth of AMD-based embedded x86 solutions across the Americas. This role will drive design wins, customer adoption, and competitive displacement versus Intel, NVIDIA, and other ARM-based platforms.

The ideal candidate combines deep CPU architecture knowledge with strong customer-facing skills and the ability to translate system-level requirements into scalable embedded solutions.

Key Objectives
  • Drive AMD x86 embedded design activity and wins across Avnet's strategic accounts
  • Establish Avnet as a trusted advisor for embedded compute and edge AI solutions
  • Strengthen competitive positioning vs. Intel, NVIDIA, and ARM ecosystems
  • Enable internal sales teams to confidently position and sell AMD solutions


Core Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute technical sales strategy for AMD embedded compute
  • Provide system-level architecture guidance in designing with AMD X86 (CPU, memory, storage, I/O, acceleration)
  • Engage customers from concept through production, supporting design reviews and solution definition
  • Drive high-value design opportunities through the funnel
  • Deliver technical training and enablement to internal and external customers
  • Build strong alignment with AMD and ecosystem partners to accelerate execution
  • Communicate competitive differentiation vs. Intel, NVIDIA, and ARM platforms
  • Design and prepare customer facing demonstrations on AMD Embedded x86 platforms


Required Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • 5-10+ years in FAE, Solution Architect, or technical sales engineering roles
  • Strong understanding of:
  • x86 CPU architectures (AMD and Intel)
  • Embedded/system-level design (compute, memory, I/O, power)
  • Experience supporting customer design cycles and engineering engagement
  • Proven ability to drive design wins and influence technical decisions


Preferred Experience
  • Direct experience with AMD processors (Ryzen, EPYC, embedded x86)
  • Familiarity with:
  • NVIDIA (GPU/AI platforms)
  • ARM-based solutions (NXP, Qualcomm, etc.)
  • FPG and Programmable SoC products


Key Competencies
  • Technical depth in CPU/system architecture
  • Strong customer-facing and communication skills
  • Ability to translate technical features into business value
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on problem-solving mindset


Success Metrics
  • Growth in AMD-driven pipeline and design wins
  • Increased customer adoption of AMD-based solutions
  • Measurable competitive displacement (Intel/NVIDIA/ARM)
  • Improved technical enablement of sales teams


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Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet's ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs - from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401K and Pension Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
  • Education Assistance
  • Employee Development Resources
  • Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs


Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

About Avnet

Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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-$76.2 million
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1921
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