Technical Marketing Specialist

Socket.dev; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Canada is seeking a Technical Marketing Specialist to drive AI demo development and product storytelling. You will craft Python-based AI pipelines, build rapid prototypes, and work with engineering, marketing, and sales to showcase AI/graphics capabilities at events and with customers.

The role requires Python, C/C++, GPU frameworks, and Linux expertise, plus the ability to translate innovations into real demos and business value.

Qualifications

• Must have Python and ML libraries (NumPy/Pandas) experience.
• Strong C/C++ skills and GPU programming familiarity (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL).
• Experience with Git and Linux system administration.
• Analytical mindset with ability to translate research into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging AI techniques and develop proof-of-concepts for demos.
• Develop and maintain Python-based AI pipelines for demos.
• Create interactive demos to showcase AI/graphics capabilities to stakeholders.
• Translate new tech into concrete use cases with sales/marketing input.
• Document code, design decisions, tests, and results for alignment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across marketing, engineering, and product.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Git

Linux

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ROCm

CUDA

OpenCL

Job description

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:

Interested in semiconductors, AI, and the future of technology? We are a leading firm that designs the heart of these technologies, driving innovations in AI acceleration, graphics rendering, and the compute that drives the world.

As a Technical Marketing Specialist, you’ll spend your time working in a high-paced environment, side‑by‑side with senior marketers and engineers on product‑critical projects on the bleeding edge. You’ll gain hands‑on experience developing product demos, CPU/GPU optimization, and AI workflows—all while contributing to real products delivered to customers worldwide.

THE PERSON:

• Will demonstrate a creative mindset through storytelling, messaging, and market positioning initiatives.
• Will explore and apply knowledge of AI, technology, innovation, and product strategy to support marketing efforts.
• Will manage multiple priorities and execute tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research emerging AI techniques
  • Look into the latest AI technologies, and develop proof‑of‑concepts for inclusion into demo pipeline
• Develop & maintain Python‑based AI pipelines
  • Develop custom code to support demo capabilities and validate performance
• Demo development
  • Build quick, interactive prototypes to showcase new AI/graphics capabilities to stakeholders, customers, and at industry events
  • Develop, harden and automate demo scripting and documentation to maximize impact and reach
• Use case development
  • Work with sales, marketing, and product teams to translate new technologies and demo ideas into concrete persona-based feature and validation plans
• Document code, design decisions, test plans and test results
  • Strong documentation to ensure best alignment across teams and compliance with internal engineering & marketing standards.
• Project & Team Collaboration
  • Participate in team meetings, brainstorms, and cross-functional projects.
  • Work with technical marketing, engineering, product management, corporate marketing, and sales teams to align messaging and execution.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Must have experience with Python and relevant libraries/frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
• Must have excellent C/C++ and at least one GPU programming framework, such as ROCm, CUDA, or OpenCL.
• Must have experience using version control systems (e.g., Git) and understanding of Linux system administration.
• Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to synthesize research into clear, actionable insights.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Benefits 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.