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Lead end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) programs for x86 hardware platforms. * Drive cross-functional collaboration across Hardware, Mechanical, Software, Quality, Compliance, Manufacturing ...

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Infographic showing various X86 job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $200,803 per year, or $96.5 per hour.

Technical Marketing Engineer- Embedded x86

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

San Jose, CA • On-site

$140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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27th of 157 rated electronics manufacturers

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:
AMD is seeking a Technical Marketing Engineer to join the Product, Software & Solutions (PSAS) Technical Marketing team. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on x86-based processing systems, customer enablement, and field engagement.
This position operates at the intersection of system architecture, hardware, firmware, low-level software, and customer engagement. The role is not traditional marketing; it requires deep technical expertise combined with strong communication skills to support internal teams, field engineering, and external customers.
THE PERSON:
The ideal candidate has strong x86 system-level expertise and is comfortable working hands-on across both hardware and software environments. They excel at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for customers and internal stakeholders.
They bring:
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities
  • Ability to collaborate across engineering, marketing, sales, and field teams
  • A proactive, self-sufficient mindset with the ability to operate in fast-paced, global environments

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
  • Define, develop, and demonstrate customer reference designs, demos, and example x86 platforms
  • Provide technical support to customers deploying x86-based systems
  • Run industry-standard benchmarks and present results to customers, field engineering, and internal stakeholders
  • Develop and execute tests to measure system-level performance, including bandwidth and latency, across multiple workloads
  • Build, configure, and test systems using Linux
  • Debug and resolve customer issues across industry-standard protocols and interfaces including PCIe, USB, SATA, and Ethernet
  • Work hands-on with AMD tools to support hardware design, system bring-up, and low-level software development
  • Document best design practices, application notes, and technical guidance for both internal stakeholders and external customers
  • Develop training and technical marketing materials for AMD field and customer-facing teams
  • Act as a technical liaison between customers, field teams, and engineering to drive customer requirements back into Engineering
  • Collaborate with engineering, marketing, FAEs, and sales teams across multiple geographies to deliver timely, customer-ready solutions

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • In-depth system-level understanding of embedded and x86-based processing systems
  • Strong expertise in x86 CPU architecture and system operation
  • Experience with:
    • Compilers and toolchains
    • Operating systems and hypervisors
    • Debuggers
    • System requirements and performance behavior
  • Solid understanding of hardware design, including schematics and hardware analysis
  • Board bring-up experience, including hands-on hardware-level debugging
  • Experience with Linux, BIOS, UEFI, and bootloaders
  • Working knowledge of industry-standard interfaces and technologies:
    • DDR4 / DDR5
    • PCIe Gen3 / Gen4 / Gen5
    • Ethernet (1G, 2.5G, 10G)
  • Fully self-sufficient in software development, including coding and debugging
  • Strong programming skills with Python, Perl, C/C++, and assembly
  • Proven ability to write application notes, white papers, and customer-facing technical documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with engineering, marketing, customers, FAEs, and sales teams
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, multi-geography environment
  • Prior experience in technical marketing, systems engineering, or customer-facing engineering roles
  • Experience supporting enterprise or embedded x86 platforms
  • Background working directly with customers or field engineering organizations
  • Familiarity with performance analysis, benchmarking methodologies, and system optimization

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required
  • Master's degree preferred

LOCATION:
  • San Jose, Ca or Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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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.

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