Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Senior Data Scientist - People Analytics

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc$120K — $150K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in People Analytics or data science
  • Proficiency in data science tools like Dataiku, Python, or R
  • Intermediate skills in Power BI including data modeling and dashboard design
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in predictive modeling and AI/ML
  • Ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement analytics that influence talent strategy and workforce planning
  • Build repeatable analytics solutions and scalable data products
  • Collaborate with HR leaders to formulate key business questions and provide data-driven recommendations
  • Develop AI tools to improve data delivery for talent processes
  • Ensure data quality and governance in partnership with HR data engineering
  • Enhance proficiency in AMD's AI tools and models
  • Contribute to the long-term strategy for People Analytics at AMD

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • 401(k) plan with competitive match
  • Flexible working environment with hybrid options
  • Employee discounts and perks
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

AMD is seeking a highly skilled People Analytics Data Scientist to join our growing Talent Insights team. This role will drive advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and AI-driven insights to inform critical talent and organizational decisions.

You will work at the intersection of data science, HR strategy, and business leadership, leveraging tools such as Dataiku, Power BI, and modern AI techniques to build scalable data products and deliver actionable insights to senior leaders. This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who combines strong technical depth with the ability to translate complex data into clear, business-relevant recommendations.

This role reports directly to the Director of Talent Management & People Analytics.

THE PERSON:

An ideal candidate will bring a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen, with a passion for turning data into meaningful workforce insights. They come with experience in People Analytics.
  • Business-first mindset - Focuses on solving business problems, not just building models; connects analytics to talent and organizational outcomes.
  • Strong storyteller - Translates complex data into clear, compelling insights that resonate with senior leaders and drive decisions
  • Technically versatile - Deep hands-on experience with data science tools (e.g., Dataiku, Python/R) and Power BI expertise, with a bias toward scalable, production-ready solutions
  • AI-forward thinker - Comfortable leveraging AI/ML to enhance analytics, with curiosity to explore new tools and approaches. You will grow to become the "go-to" expert on how best to leverage AMD's robust suite of AI tools and models to deliver efficient talent processes and analysis.
  • Consultative partner - Builds strong relationships with HR and business leaders; asks the right questions and constructively challenges thinking
  • Comfortable with ambiguity - Thrives in a fast-paced environment where problems are not always clearly defined
  • High ownership and accountability - Takes initiative, drives work end-to-end, and follows through on commitments
  • Collaborative and low ego - Works effectively across teams sharing knowledge and enabling others
  • Continuous learner - Stays current on trends in people analytics, AI, and data visualization; actively improves skills and approaches

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and deliver analysis to influence decisions on talent strategy, workforce planning, engagement, and organizational design
  • Build and scale repeatable analytics solutions and data products
  • Partner with HR and business leaders to define key business questions and deliver data-driven recommendations
  • Design and deliver AI agents to streamline data delivery and analysis for talent processes
  • Collaborate with HR data engineering team to ensure data quality, governance, and accessibility
  • Build proficiency in AMD AI tools and models
  • Help shape the long-term People Analytics strategy at AMD


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, or related field
  • Experience in People Analytics
  • Experience in data science and advanced analytics
  • Hands-on experience building models using tools such as Dataiku, Python, R, or similar platforms
  • Intermediate expertise in Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboard design, performance optimization)
  • Basic understanding of statistical methods, machine learning, and experimental design
  • Proven ability to translate data into business insights and influence decision-making
  • Experience working with large, complex datasets across multiple sources
  • Experience in People Analytics or HR data domains (e.g., talent management, engagement, workforce planning)
  • Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday)
  • Experience deploying ML models into production environments
  • Knowledge of data storytelling for executive audiences

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
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