Senior Staff Infrastructure Engineer - IaC

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THE ROLE:

This position is designed for a seasoned technical leader who combines deep expertise in IT infrastructure, applications, and big data technologies with robust program management acumen.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate will excel in orchestrating complex technical projects and initiatives while ensuring seamless alignment between strategic business goals and technical execution. As a pivotal member of the leadership team, you'll drive program efficiency, foster innovation, and ensure robust governance across cross-functional teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

Technical Leadership & Strategy

• Architect and oversee IT infrastructure projects, advanced application integrations, and big data initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to teams, ensuring best practices in design, development, and operations.
• Act as a technical expert, resolving complex issues and guiding architectural decisions.

Program Management & Execution

• Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive project plans for multi-disciplinary technical programs.
• Coordinate between technology teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and external partners to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks throughout program lifecycles.
• Establish metrics and reporting tools to monitor program performance and drive continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Bridge the gap between technical teams and business units, ensuring translation of business requirements into viable technical solutions.
• Lead cross-functional meetings to review project status, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, ensuring alignment and informed decision-making.

Process and Innovation

• Champion automation, agile methodologies, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging data insights and industry best practices.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and resource forecasting to align technical programs with overall business initiatives.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Progressive experience in IT infrastructure, application development, and data management.
• Proven track record in managing complex technical programs and cross-functional teams.
• IaC (Infrastructure as Code) experience using Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Prometheus or Grafana.

Technical Expertise:

• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure components, network architectures, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity.
• Hands-on experience with big data technologies like Iceberg and DeltaLake.
• Familiarity with modern software development practices, system integration, and application performance optimization.
• Experience with DevOps, microservices architecture, and containerization technologies.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI/ML integration in data management and infrastructure optimization.

Program Management Skills:

• Proficiency in program/project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira).
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in risk management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, Scrum, or Agile certifications.

Communication & Leadership:

• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

LOCATION:

San Jose, CA

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package. Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

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