Technical Program Manager - Manufacturing Test and Readiness - Data Center GPU (Austin)

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career. THE ROLEWe are currently looking for a Manufacturing Technical Program Manager who will be part of a team driving end-to-end test strategy on next gen AMD Datacenter Instinct GPU products. This role operates at the intersection of ASIC validation, firmware/software enablement, platform bring-up, and high-volume manufacturing, with ownership of test content architecture, debug orchestration, and yield optimization.The successful candidate will play a key role, acting as the central technical program manager for defining scalable, high-quality MFG Test program content for AMD instinct products, driving cross-functional execution, planning scheduling, inter-team coordination, ensuring rapid debug/closure of issues impacting yield, test time and product quality. THE PERSON:The ideal candidate is a highly driven and collaborative professional who excels in fast-paced, global environments. They demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, adaptability, and teamwork, while maintaining a focus on delivering results and supporting cross-functional objectives.Support the speed of light execution. Flexibility to work at different time zones to support cross site activities.Have excellent interpersonal and organization skills.Highly organized, motivated, and flexible in terms of responsibilities and hours.Ability to thrive in a large world-wide multidisciplinary team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Work closely with validation, platform, program, MFG teams to understand components of test program and define an overall test program for the AMD data center GPU products.Works with engineering teams to track status and summarize issues/updatesInteracts with and guide a wide variety of internal and external teams in support of project milestones.Active management of project risks including early identification of key risks.Lead structured debug of manufacturing failures, coordinating with ASIC, FW, SW, validation, and platform domain leads by tracking systemic vs. random defects, enabling data-driven decisions for test escapes and yield improvement.Architecting Manufacturing Test Program, to identify and eliminate redundant or low-value test coverage, while ensuring high defect screening efficiency. Drive test time reduction strategies through content optimization, parallelization, and intelligent binning. Define metrics and support ad-hoc Operational activities like Test coverage improvements, Test time optimizations, DPPM, Yield improvements, Debug, planning of bring up at contract manufacturer for overall program success with high sense of urgency and responsibility. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:  Experience in managing a complex Software/Hardware/FW program execution from new product introduction through production.Strong background in ASIC, Validation, SW/HW/FW. Experience leading strategic tech initiatives, optimizing operations with business goals.Proven track record in boosting team productivity, driving cross-functional execution, and enhancing stakeholder engagement among cross-functional teams.Knowledge of tools of the trade: Office365, JIRA system, Kanban, Confluence, Power BI, AGILE Methodology.AGILE project management, PMP certification. Work experience in a MFG environment is a plus.Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross organization teams, peers and senior leaders in the organization.ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:  Master’s degree in engineering preferably Electrical Engineering.LOCATION: Austin, TX.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.#LI-CJ3#LI-HybridBenefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. 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.