Staff Software Automation Engineer (Austin)

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD.At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward.THE ROLE:AMD is seeking a strong engineer for Server Software Automation team focused on delivering scalable, high-quality, and extensible automation infrastructure. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, automation, and AI innovation, offering the opportunity to shape how intelligent automation accelerates development velocity and enhances customer experience across AMD’s data center platforms.You will work with highly skilled, globally distributed team of engineers and architects, working closely with system architects, firmware developers, validation teams, and product stakeholders. As part of the engineering leadership team, you’ll help influence strategy around continuous integration, development processes, and quality improvements while driving adoption of automation and AI-driven solutions.This is a highly collaborative, hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, globally connected environment spanning teams across Austin, Bangalore, Penang, and Taiwan.THE PERSON:A successful candidate is a hands-on, high-impact leader who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment. They are passionate about building and developing high-performing teams, driving innovation, and leading by example.They are collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working across geographies and functions. Strong communication skills, a growth mindset, and the ability to mentor and elevate engineering talent are critical. This person is equally comfortable, influencing strategy, diving into technical challenges, and driving execution.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead and scale a global software automation team delivering high-quality, scalable solutions Drive automation strategy across build, test, and release pipelines to improve speed and quality Partner cross-functionally with engineering, product, and architecture teams to align priorities Develop and enhance robust CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks Contribute hands-on to design, development, and debugging of automation systemsLead end-to-end project execution across the software development lifecycle (SDLC)Mentor engineers and build a high-performing, growth-focused team culture Establish and track metrics to improve efficiency, quality, and release performanceChampion continuous improvement and adoption of AI-driven automation solutions Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful deliveryPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:Experience leading software engineering teams while remaining technically hands-onStrong background in building and scaling automation frameworksExperience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCPKnowledge of Kubernetes and distributed systemsExperience with backend/API automation using Python or similar languagesExpertise in microservices, REST APIs, and developer toolingStrong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated test frameworksExperience troubleshooting complex automation systemsProven ability to scale infrastructure, tools, and pipeline performanceExperience working across global engineering teams and stakeholder groupsStrong communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiencesACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical EngineeringAdditional coursework or practical experience in AI/ML desiredLOCATION:Austin, TXThis role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.#LI-CS1Benefits 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.