Senior Strategic Business Manager & Chief of Staff (Austin)

Overview :

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiencesfrom 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, youll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the worlds most important challengesstriving 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.

Responsibilities : THE ROLE :

AMDs Public Sector Group is seeking a Senior Strategic Business Manager & Chief of Staff to serve as a key partner to the Senior Vice President and executive leadership team. This role is instrumental in driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and execution of high-impact initiatives within a complex, fast-paced environment. You will act as a critical connector across functions and external stakeholders, advancing AMDs leadership in sovereign AI, public policy, and government partnerships.

THE PERSON :

The ideal candidate is a strategic operator and trusted advisor with deep experience managing complex programs and navigating matrixed organizations. You possess a rare combination of business insight, technical fluency, and executive communication skills. Your proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and manage sensitive government and industry relationships will be key to your success. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring a strong bias for action, collaboration, and innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Partner closely with the SVP to manage governance frameworks, executive calendars, and critical business rhythms
• Demonstrate strong program management skills by overseeing complex, cross-functional initiatives from conception through execution, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery of results
• Lead development and delivery of executive communications, including briefings, presentations, and stakeholder engagement forums
• Drive strategic planning, program management, and execution across multiple business functions to meet Public Sector objectives
• Manage budget planning, resource allocation, and executive reporting to enable data-driven decision-making
• Build and sustain strategic relationships with government agencies, industry coalitions, and external partners
• Collaborate with Communications and Legal teams to ensure clear, consistent messaging internally and externally
• Track and analyze KPIs and strategic milestones, providing actionable insights to leadership
• Foster a culture of accountability, operational rigor, and continuous innovation

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LOCATION :

Austin, TX preferred; open to other locations for exceptional candidates.

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Qualifications :

Benefits offered are described : AMD benefits at a glance.

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