Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Director, Product Development Engineering-ASIC/SoC

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $150K — $200K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years in semiconductor business development focused on custom ASICs, SoCs, and FPGAs
  • Strong technical knowledge of chip architecture and design ecosystems
  • Proven track record managing large-scale customer engagements
  • Ability to develop strategic business plans and financial models
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering; MBA preferred

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic deal pursuit by targeting high-value custom opportunities
  • Lead proposal development and manage large-deal sales processes
  • Collaborate with architects to define technical specifications and requirements
  • Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure compliance with agreements
  • Align with product planning on development needs and ecosystem building
  • Oversee financial management and pricing models for architecture designs
  • Develop marketing materials and executive presentations to support business growth

Benefits

  • Comprehensive AMD benefits package
  • Opportunity for career advancement within AMD
  • Collaborative and innovative working environment
  • Flexibility and adaptability in job functions
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

Drive the Adaptive & Embedded Computing Group's (AECG) business development and product definition efforts for semi-custom solutions: ASICs, custom SoCs and custom FPGAs, including derivatives of mainstream AMD standard products. This role will focus on identifying and winning strategic custom projects, managing complex customer engagements, and shaping AMD's long-term custom business in embedded markets.

THE PERSON:

Will be able to work with & lead large cross-functional teams. Can develop, influence, and sell concepts to multiple teams including the AMD executive team. Strong business acumen to develop strong business case for concepts. Effective communicator. Strong presentation skills. Must be adaptable and thrive in ambiguous situations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Strategic Deal Pursuit
    • Partner with AECG business units and AMD sales teams to target and secure high-value custom opportunities.
    • Lead proposal development and manage the large-deal sales process, including executive approvals and customer relationship management.
  • Technical Solution Development
    • Collaborate with AMD architects and design teams to define scope (die area, power, IP, packaging, software).
    • Estimate development costs and schedules; prepare customer proposals and supporting materials.
  • Customer & Executive Engagement
    • Organize workshops and meetings to align on strategy.
    • Maintain strong customer relationships throughout development to ensure compliance with agreements and pre-sales commitments.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Align with product planning on IP and chiplet development needs.
    • Build ecosystems with partners for IP, design services, supply chain, and chiplets.
    • Coordinate with AMD legal for contract negotiations and NDA execution.
  • Project & Financial Management
    • Oversee architecture design-to-cost efforts, including COGS, NRE, power, and schedule trade-offs.
    • Work with finance on pricing models and long-range financial goals.
  • Marketing & Business Planning
    • Develop marketing materials showcasing AMD custom technology and design methodology.
    • Create executive presentations to guide business growth.
    • Craft a 5-year business plan for the custom organization, including growth targets, technology roadmap, and market strategy.


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Proven experience in semiconductor business development and custom ASIC solutions.
  • Strong technical understanding of chip architecture, IP, packaging, and design ecosystems.
  • Expertise in managing large-scale customer engagements and executive relationships.
  • Ability to develop strategic business plans and financial models.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering
  • MBA preferred


This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
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