CVP, Data Center GPU Performance Architecture

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AMD benefits at a glance

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Vice President for DGPU hardware/software architecture performance. This role involves leading a team to drive performance analysis of AMD's GPU products, collaborating across teams, and managing key customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have expertise in GPU and AI processor development, strong leadership skills, and a relevant advanced degree. A commitment to building a world-class team is essential, and the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in development and deployment of GPU/AI processors.
• Strong architecture experience needed to deliver industry-leading products.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the datacenter GPU performance analysis/optimization team.
• Build and manage a world-class team of technical leaders.
• Drive technical innovation and excellence within the team.

Skills

Performance architecture expertise

Leadership in GPU/AI processors

Cross-functional team collaboration

Customer relationship management

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Job description

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.

The Role

We are seeking a Vice President of DGPU hw/sw architecture performance expert to drive the workload performance analysis/optimization of AMD's instinct GPU products. This position will lead and work with a team of engineers and performance architecture analysis experts to drive next generation instinct product performance architecture with learnings from customer workload competitive analysis.

The Person

This candidate will have proven experience working on development and deployment of GPU/AI processors. We are looking for a unique leader with deep datacenter performance architecture expertise and understanding of the GPU and/or AI processor space, trends and someone that can build and scale a world-class team. Ideal candidate will have strong background in performance model development, workload characterization/analysis, competitive industry trends, AI/ML model development and hw/sw co-optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the datacenter GPU performance analysis/optimization team and engage with customer partners on strategic and tactical engagements.
• Build and maintain relationships with key partners and customers to drive business growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide deep competitive analysis and customer workload sensitivities to improve AMD's instinct product roadmap.
• Build and manage a world-class team of technical leaders and performance analysis experts to deliver high-quality GPU/AI products.
• Drive technical innovation and excellence within the team, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in architectures and silicon.

Preferred Experience

• Multiple years of experience in design and development of GPU/AI processors
• Strong architecture experience and insights that are needed to deliver industry-leading products
• Proven track record of leading successful performance architecture teams, delivering high performance products on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of the GPU landscape, including AI trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies.
• Working knowledge of AI/ML workloads/models, software stack optimization, hw/sw design co-optimization.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Academic Credentials

MS or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Additional Information

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.