Physical AI Partner Technical Enablement Lead Job Listing at AMD in Shanghai, Shanghai (Job ID 79305-en-us)

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's Physical AI and Vertical Software & Solutions team is seeking a Physical AI Technical Partner Lead to drive technical enablement for AMD's expanding partner ecosystem in China. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the technical bridge between AMD and external partners—including solution scaling partners, outsourced partners, universities, research labs, and the Physical AI developer community. 

You will be responsible for ensuring that partners can successfully build, optimize, and deploy Physical AI solutions on AMD platforms. This role combines deep technical expertise with relationship-building skills to accelerate AMD's Physical AI ecosystem across China. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner Technical Enablement

• Lead technical engagements with solution scaling partners, outsourced partners, and research institutions to enable Physical AI workloads (robotics, automotive, vision-language-action models, multi-modal inference) on AMD platforms 
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for partner integration, optimization, and deployment of AMD-based Physical AI solutions

Physical AI Ecosystem Development

• Identify and cultivate new ecosystem partners across China, including universities, research labs, startups, and established solution providers 
• Build and maintain long-term technical relationships with key players in China's Physical AI, automotive and robotics ecosystem 
• Participate in ecosystem forums, technical conferences, and regional events to promote AMD's Physical AI capabilities 
• Create and promote win-win technical collaboration models with ecosystem partners 

Developer Community Engagement

• Enable and support the Physical AI developer community in China through technical training, workshops, and hands-on labs 
• Develop technical content including whitepapers, application notes, reference designs, and training materials tailored to the China developer audience 
• Provide technical presentations and demonstrations at community events, universities, and partner sites 
• Gather and channel partner/community feedback to AMD's engineering and product teams to influence roadmap and product enhancements 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with AMD sales, marketing, and business development teams to align technical enablement with business objectives 
• Partner with product management to translate market requirements into actionable technical programs and product roadmap
• Coordinate with AMD's global Physical AI teams to ensure China ecosystem priorities are represented 
• Bridge communication between Chinese partners and AMD's international engineering organizations 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Technical Expertise

• 15+ years of experience in software development, systems engineering, customer or partner-facing technical roles 
• Deep understanding of AI/LLM deployment and familiarity with physical AI workloads.
• Knowledge of AI frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX Runtime, vLLM 
• Experience with Android, Linux system software, embedded Linux, and edge inference platforms 

Ecosystem & Partner Engagement

• Proven track record of enabling external partners (ODMs, OEMs, solution providers, research institutions) 
• Experience delivering technical training, workshops, or developer programs 
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences (developers, researchers, executives) and translating market requirement into technical requirement.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Software Engineering management and customer support experience
• Proven ability to drive sophisticated technical initiatives independently 
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills in a matrixed environment 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both English and Mandarin 
• Analytical mindset with ability to synthesize complex technical and operational issues 
• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments 
• Ability to influence and build trusted relationships with partners and internal stakeholders 

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field 

WHY THIS ROLE IS UNIQUE

• Direct impact on AMD's Physical AI strategy in the critical China market
• Opportunity to shape the ecosystem for next-generation robotics and embodied AI platforms
• Work across the full AMD AI stack: NPUs, GPUs, compilers, runtimes, models, and robotics frameworks 
• Engage with cutting-edge technology and influence future AMD product roadmaps 
• High visibility role bridging AMD's global technology with China's vibrant innovation ecosystem 

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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.