Program Manager - Substrates Strategy
AMD, Austin, TX, United States
The Role
As a Program Manager on AMD’s Substrates Strategy Team, you will play a critical role in shaping the capacity strategy that enables AMD’s next‑generation high‑performance products. In this highly visible role, you will drive strategic planning and execution of substrate capacity programs, working at the intersection of technology development, manufacturing, and supplier ecosystems. You will partner closely with internal engineering teams, external suppliers, and manufacturing stakeholders to align technology roadmaps with long‑term capacity, cost, and capability needs. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, collaborate with global teams, and contribute directly to AMD’s technology leadership.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a proactive and organized program leader who thrives in dynamic, fast‑paced environments. You are able to navigate ambiguity, build strong relationships across teams and organizations, and communicate effectively at both technical and leadership levels. You bring a collaborative mindset, a sense of ownership, and the ability to understand and translate complex technical concepts into actionable program plans.
Key Responsibilities
Lead high‑impact, cross‑functional programs that support AMD’s long‑term substrate capacity and technology strategy.
Plan and enable supplier capacity to meet AMD demand and evolving technology requirements, ensuring alignment across schedules, deliverables, and execution plans.
Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers on mid‑ to long‑term strategy, influencing supplier leadership to align with AMD business and technology needs.
Develop a deep understanding of supplier capabilities, constraints, and investment considerations to support strategic decision‑making.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement of business processes, tools, and frameworks to enhance problem‑solving and execution efficiency.
Lead and align a matrixed, global team, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and progress toward program objectives.
Develop dashboards, track performance against key metrics, and communicate status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and management.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of advanced packaging or substrate technologies and related supply chains.
Experience working with global, cross‑functional teams and external suppliers in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Academic Credentials
Master’s degree preferred in Materials Engineering or a related technical field.
Location
Austin, Texas
Visa Sponsorship
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
Legal Compliance and Policies
AMD and its subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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As a Program Manager on AMD’s Substrates Strategy Team, you will play a critical role in shaping the capacity strategy that enables AMD’s next‑generation high‑performance products. In this highly visible role, you will drive strategic planning and execution of substrate capacity programs, working at the intersection of technology development, manufacturing, and supplier ecosystems. You will partner closely with internal engineering teams, external suppliers, and manufacturing stakeholders to align technology roadmaps with long‑term capacity, cost, and capability needs. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, collaborate with global teams, and contribute directly to AMD’s technology leadership.
The Person
The ideal candidate is a proactive and organized program leader who thrives in dynamic, fast‑paced environments. You are able to navigate ambiguity, build strong relationships across teams and organizations, and communicate effectively at both technical and leadership levels. You bring a collaborative mindset, a sense of ownership, and the ability to understand and translate complex technical concepts into actionable program plans.
Key Responsibilities
Lead high‑impact, cross‑functional programs that support AMD’s long‑term substrate capacity and technology strategy.
Plan and enable supplier capacity to meet AMD demand and evolving technology requirements, ensuring alignment across schedules, deliverables, and execution plans.
Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers on mid‑ to long‑term strategy, influencing supplier leadership to align with AMD business and technology needs.
Develop a deep understanding of supplier capabilities, constraints, and investment considerations to support strategic decision‑making.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement of business processes, tools, and frameworks to enhance problem‑solving and execution efficiency.
Lead and align a matrixed, global team, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and progress toward program objectives.
Develop dashboards, track performance against key metrics, and communicate status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and management.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of advanced packaging or substrate technologies and related supply chains.
Experience working with global, cross‑functional teams and external suppliers in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Academic Credentials
Master’s degree preferred in Materials Engineering or a related technical field.
Location
Austin, Texas
Visa Sponsorship
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.
Legal Compliance and Policies
AMD and its subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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