Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

Software Strategy Lead

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $130K — $180K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Consumer Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in software product management, business development, or software engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
  • Master's degree or MGA preferred
  • Strong understanding of Client hardware and software ecosystems, particularly Windows
  • Proven ability to define and influence multi-year strategies, balancing execution with vision

Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve portfolio-level software strategy for Client and Graphics products
  • Act as senior strategic interface with customers and ecosystem partners to shape software strategies
  • Own multi-year strategic planning for software enablement, including APIs and components
  • Drive alignment across cross-functional teams to ensure strategy execution
  • Communicate strategy and progress to executive leadership with data-based updates

Benefits

  • Comprehensive AMD benefits package includes health and wellness programs
  • Flexible work options to support work-life balance
  • Professional development opportunities to enhance career growth
  • Employee discounts on AMD products and services
Full Job Description
The Role

As a Sr. Software Strategy Lead within the Client and Graphics business unit, you will define and own key software strategies that defines the long-term direction of a broad product portfolio. This role plays a core leadership role pivotal part in engaging with strategic customers and ecosystem partners, translating their needs into software strategies and initiatives that deliver sustained value for both AMD and its partners.

You will work closely with cross-functional team, both internally and externally, to align priorities, drive execution, and ensure successful outcomes across complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.

The Person

The successful candidate is
  • A recognized strategic leader with a proven ability to define, influence and execute long-term software strategy while ensuring critical near-term outcomes.
  • Demonstrates a rich system-level perspective with an understanding of end-to-end platform experiences across consumer segments such as PC, Gaming, and AI-related products, and deep level of familiarity with the Windows ecosystem.
  • Brings exceptional executive communication and influence skills, with the ability to engage effectively across a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Operates effectively in a complex, cross-functional environments, balancing strategic thinking with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define, own and evolve portfolio-level software strategy across the Client and Graphics product portfolio to strengthen competitive positioning and establish long-term thought leadership.
  • Act as a senior strategic interface with strategic customers and ecosystem partners to shape, align, and execute software strategies that deliver sustained, long-term value for AMD and its partners.
  • Own multi-year strategic planning for critical software enablement, including APIs and key software components, to enable differentiated and compelling end-user experiences.
  • Drive alignment and execution through close collaboration with Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Architecture, Program Management, and Product Management teams.
  • Communicate strategy, priorities, and progress effectively to executive leadership, providing clear, data-based updates that support informed decision-making and successful outcomes.

Preferred Experience
  • Background in software product management, business development, and/or software engineering, with demonstrated experience driving strategic initiatives that span both technical and business domains.
  • Strong understanding of Client hardware and software ecosystems, with particular familiarity with the Windows platform and associated ecosystems.
  • Experience with consumer AI technologies and related software ecosystems, and an understanding of their impact on end-user experiences.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and drive alignment toward successful outcomes.
  • Experience defining and influencing multi-year strategies, balancing near-term execution with long-term vision.
  • 12+ years of experience in related fields

Academic Credentials
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, systems engineering or a related field
  • Master's degree or MGA preferred

Location: Austin Tx

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
* Ladders Estimates

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