Platform Program Management Analyst

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THE ROLE:

The AMD Strategic Silicon Solutions (S3) Business Unit is on the cutting edge of delivering the world’s next custom solutions for gaming and other use cases.  We've delivered blockbuster products like PlayStation, XBOX, and SteamDeck.  And we’re very excited to deliver what’s next. 

The Systems Engineering Program Management Analyst is a technical program manager role.  This role is part of the program leadership team managing multi-national, multi-discipline engineering teams that's responsible for end-to-end validation and platform execution for next generation AMD Semi-custom/Gaming solutions. 

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate has experience in the delivery of product programs from Concept through Customer Ship, utilizing large, matrixed teams to plan and execute system level products, and a passion for streamlined processes and data management. You are energized by working in a fast-paced technical organization across multiple sites, and with dynamic product requirements. You have a strong sense of ownership and quality, and isn't afraid to dive into the technical details if needed.  You want to make a difference in the industry and are passionate about collaborating with teams and our customers to find unique solutions to tough problems. 

Throughout your time with us, you’ll receive mentorship from AMD leaders and engage in programs, projects and initiatives that help shape the future of AMD. This is a fantastic chance to build your career and make a real impact at a leading tech company. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Drive efficient platform program planning & execution through active leadership, clear communication, and effective organization skills.
• Drive & track all aspects of platform program schedules to ensure all engineering and customer requirements are met from product definition to production.
• Engage with engineering leadership team to understand and document program scope, establish integrated schedules, assess and manage program progress and risk, and assist with resource and budget plans 
• Provide frequent & concise updates to Program and Executive teams on plans, status, and risk mitigation.
• Simultaneously keep the bigger business picture in mind, while focusing on program details to effectively drive teams.
• Proactively drive plans to mitigate delays, and follow-through with internal platform team.
• Collaborate with Platform teams for defining teams' dependencies & goals.
• Drives alignment between engineering teams, business unit, and customers to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction and quality throughout the product lifecycle 
• Develops and champion best-in-class processes to streamline the organization, meet new challenges and explore opportunities.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE : 

• Program Management Experience  
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail, able to prioritize, and balance multiple work streams to tight deadlines 
• Ability to quickly grasp new technical concepts and to lead technical teams in scoping new requirements and running task forces when issues surface 
• Familiarity with budgeting, resource allocation, and long-range planning 
• Skilled in interfacing with internal customers, partners and in managing joint-development projects 
• Ability to understand and extract action plans from complex technical discussions and translate into succinct messaging tailored for varied targeted audiences 
• Excellent written and verbal communication and expertise in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams) 
• Ability to network quickly and independently to align resources towards a common goal 
• Strong fundamentals in  Project Management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile/Scrum, Kanban, and other paradigms
• Experience with data management tools such as JIRA, JAMA, and general database knowledge (SQL, etc.) 
• Experienced with data analysis and data visualization platforms such as PowerBI 
• PMI PMP® Certification 
• Knowledge of general PC architecture and SOC development processes 

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering/Computer Science or B.A. is required 

Location:

Markham, Ontario, Canada

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