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PR Manager, Chips, Amazon Job at Amazon in San Francisco

Amazon, San Francisco, CA, United States


Amazon is inventing at the frontier of computing — designing custom chips that power cloud infrastructure and AI workloads at unprecedented scale. We're seeking a high‑judgment communications professional to join our team to tell that story.
For over a decade, Amazon has designed custom chips that have transformed cloud computing and artificial intelligence. What began with the 2015 acquisition of Annapurna Labs has grown into a $10+ billion business. Today, Graviton processors run applications for 90% of AWS’s largest customers and Trainium chips train frontier AI models including one of the world’s largest AI supercomputers.
As PR Manager for Chips, you’ll shape how customers, media, and the industry understand Amazon’s leadership in semiconductor design and advanced computing hardware. You’ll translate chip architecture breakthroughs and large‑scale deployments into clear, credible stories—from major product launches to customer wins to technical innovations.
The ideal candidate will have experience building proactive PR programs in deeply technical domains; navigating complex, multi‑stakeholder environments; and translating hardware R&D into accessible narratives. You’ll leverage earned, owned, and social media to amplify our chip innovations while maintaining the technical credibility essential in semiconductor and hardware communications. Being flexible in managing ambiguity as priorities shift—from product launches to competitive positioning to customer announcements—will be key.
About The Team This role is part of the communications team supporting Amazon’s investments in foundational AI models, custom silicon, and quantum computing, within Amazon’s Global Communications and Community Impact organization.
Key Job Responsibilities Partner closely with chip architects, engineers, and business leaders on product launches, strategic announcements, and thought leadership
Prepare engineers as credible spokespeople who can represent our work externally
Work across Amazon and AWS communications teams to coordinate messaging and amplify our hardware story
Build proactive media strategies that showcase customer impact and technical differentiation
Basic Qualifications 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences
Experience collaborating with engineering and product teams in fast‑paced environments
Track record of securing coverage in top‑tier technology publications
Sound judgment under tight deadlines, particularly when balancing transparency with competitive sensitivity
Self‑starter who thrives in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
USA, CA, San Francisco - 139,400.00 - 188,500.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 139,400.00 - 188,500.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 126,700.00 - 171,400.00 USD annually
Base salary range for this position is listed above. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, optional Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Company – Amazon.com Services LLC
Job ID: A10384027

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In Summary: PR Manager for Chips is part of the communications team supporting Amazon’s investments in foundational AI models, custom silicon, and quantum computing . The ideal candidate will have experience building proactive PR programs in deeply technical domains; navigating complex, multi‑stakeholder environments; and translating hardware R&D into accessible narratives .

En Español: Amazon está inventando en la frontera de la computación diseñando chips personalizados que impulsan las infraestructuras cloud y las cargas de trabajo AI a una escala sin precedentes. Buscamos un profesional de comunicaciones de alto juicio para unirse a nuestro equipo para contar esa historia. Durante más de una década, Amazon ha diseñado chips personalizadas que han transformado la computadora en nube e inteligencia artificial. Lo que comenzó con la adquisición de Annapurna Labs en 2015 se ha convertido en un negocio de más de $ 10 mil millones. Hoy en día, los procesadores Graviton ejecutan aplicaciones para el 90% de los clientes más grandes de AWS y los chips Trainium entrenan modelos fronterizos de IA incluyendo uno de los supercomputadores de IA más grandes del mundo. Como gerente de relaciones públicas de Chips, usted definirá cómo comprenden los clientes, medios y la industria el liderazgo de Amazon en diseño semicométrico y hardware avanzado. Ser flexible en la gestión de la ambigüedad a medida que las prioridades cambian desde los lanzamientos de productos al posicionamiento competitivo hasta los anuncios del cliente será clave. Sobre el Equipo Este papel forma parte del equipo de comunicaciones que apoya las inversiones de Amazon en modelos fundamentales de IA, silicio personalizado y computación cuántica, dentro de la organización Amazons Global Communications e Impact Community. Responsabilidades básicas del trabajo Colaborar estrechamente con arquitectos de chips, ingenieros y líderes empresariales sobre lanzamiento de productos, anuncios estratégicos y liderazgo mental Preparar a los ingenieros como portavoces creíbles que puedan representar nuestro trabajo externamente a través de equipos de comunicación de Amazon y AWS para coordinar mensajería y ampliar nuestra historia Hardware Construir estrategias mediáticas proactivas que muestren el impacto del cliente y diferenciación técnica Qualificaciones básicas 7+ años de experiencia profesional o relaciones públicas rápidas Prefiere competencias profesionales y habilidades de comunicación con capacidad para traducir un producto por año, anuncios estratégicas y conocimientos técnicos Los EE.UU. La compensación final se determinará en función de factores como experiencia, calificación y ubicación. Amazon también ofrece beneficios integrales que incluyen seguro médico (médico, odontológico, visión, receta, seguro básico de vida y AD&D, planes de vida suplementarios opcionales, EAP, soporte para la salud mental, línea de asesoramiento médico, cuentas flexibles de gasto, cobertura de reembolso de adopción y subrogación), 401 ((k) coincidencia, tiempo libre pagado y licencia parental. Obtenga más información sobre nuestros beneficios en https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits Services. Company Amazon.com LLC ID: A10384027 #J-18808-Ljbffr