FAE - Embedded x86 Specialist

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Austin, TX is seeking a team member for the Embedded Sales group to provide technical support for AMD Sales Teams, customers and partners in the region and drive all aspects of x86 embedded engagements from design to production.

This role focuses on developing technical relationships with customers, performing pre-sales activities, and collaborating with internal engineering to win new opportunities while supporting existing wins.

Qualifications

• Broad technical understanding of AMD’s x86 product portfolio, with emphasis on embedded devices.
• Familiarity with end user hardware and software environments including Windows and Linux.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, presentation).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales process with account leaders, internal engineering, and business units to enable new AMD x86 solutions.
• Lead technical discussions and resolve issues across design to mass production; on-site with customers.
• Provide hw platform development and debugging assistance, performance benchmarks, and guidance for improvements.
• Travel within the region up to 25% to engage customers and present AMD roadmaps.

Skills

Broad x86 portfolio knowledge

Windows & Linux environments

Interpersonal & communication

Travel ability regionally

Education

Bachelor's or advanced technical degree

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.

Together, we advance your career.

The Role

We are looking for our next team member to join the Embedded Sales team. They will provide technical support for AMD Sales Teams, customers and partners within their defined region, and will be responsible for all aspects of x86 Embedded technical engagements necessary to support customer account objectives in the region.

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 Role

We are looking for our next team member to join the Embedded Sales team. They will provide technical support for AMD Sales Teams, customers and partners within their defined region, and will be responsible for all aspects of x86 Embedded technical engagements necessary to support customer account objectives in the region.

This role supports a broad range of customers, technology and partners with the primary focus being to develop technical relationships and win new designs and opportunities (Pre-sales), defend/support existing wins (Post-sales) and provide customer feedback to internal engineering/technical teams.

The Person

• Possesses a broad technical understanding of AMD’s x86 product portfolio with special emphasis on embedded devices for new platforms (design wins)
• Able to share a specialized knowledge of end user hardware and software environments including Operating systems (Windows, Linux), compilers, benchmarks, and targeted applications
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation skills) with a good balance of hardware, architecture and software expertise
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize
• Strong internal (Sales, Marketing, Engineering) and external (customer) relationship building success
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex problems involving multi-disciplined, cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel within the region

Key Responsibilities

• To support the sales process by working with account leaders, internal engineering, and business units to enable new customer solutions based on AMD x86 technology.
• Leading technical discussions and resolving technical issues for platforms based on AMD embedded products from design to mass production. This may include the following activities:
• On-site meetings with customers
• HW Platform development and debug assistance
• Performance and benchmarking analysis in support of customer opportunities
• Debugging and/or optimizing customer designs for AMD processor architecture
• Technical guidance or recommendations for platform performance improvement (HW and SW)
• Technical training for customers or AMD sales team
• Evaluation and research on competitive platforms, applications or technologies
• Presentations of AMD roadmaps or technology (Internal and External)
• Support for conferences or regional events (Presentation, HW demos, Customer meetings)
• Other duties as required to support the sales team and customer base
• Travel of 25% is possible

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: System design, x86 processor technology, hardware design, benchmarks, embedded systems and applications, graphics and/or advanced PC technology
  • Knowledge of Ryzen and EPYC products is a plus
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas is also preferred: Embedded software ecosystem, system architecture, APU technology, embedded system design, ROCm and other AI flows
• Networking, Storage, Test and Measurement, Industrial, Edge/telco, and/or Automotive experience a plus

Academic Credentials

Undergraduate or advanced degree in a technical subject area (e.g. Engineering or Computer Science) or equivalent combination of training and experience

Location:

Austin, TX, but locations in Central Time or Eastern Time are possible.

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.