Sales Development Account Manager

Intel; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 176,000 - 351,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company is seeking a Sales Development Account Manager to align with Microsoft on strategic initiatives. The role involves driving sales growth, building client relationships, and delivering joint go-to-market strategies. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and substantial experience in sales within the technology sector. This position allows for remote work with occasional travel to Intel sites.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Stock options

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Vacation

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sales or business development in technology sector.
• 3+ years of customer-facing experience.
• Strong track record in identifying business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Drive joint GTM programs between Intel and Microsoft.
• Influence partner teams on joint goals and strategies.
• Lead engagement for executive forums and communication.
• Orchestrate cross-functional workstreams for cohesive execution.

Skills

Sales management

Client relationship building

Strategic alignment

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Intel Corporation is a global leader in technology innovation, renowned for designing and manufacturing essential products and technologies that power the modern world. With a rich history of pioneering advancements in computing, Intel is at the forefront of creating solutions that drive progress and enrich lives. Our commitment to diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation shapes our inclusive culture and fuels our mission to create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Sales Development Account Manager (SDAM) to join our team. This role will serve as the strategic bridge between Intel and Microsoft, driving joint alignment and execution across Project One and gaming initiatives. The SDAM will influence cross-company priorities, shape go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and ensure unified storytelling and execution across engineering, marketing, and sales.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, fostering strong relationships with potential clients, and driving sales growth. Your expertise in understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions will be crucial in promoting Intel\'s cutting-edge products and services. As a key player in our sales team, you will contribute to Intel\'s mission of advancing technology and creating value for our customers.

Candidates must be willing and able to regularly commute to customer sites and team meetings in Seattle, WA. While preference will be given to those located within approximately 50 miles or who can reliably travel to the area as needed, the business also offers relocation assistance for candidates who are open to moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Alignment and Influence: Lead Intel\'s engagement with Microsoft to deliver joint GTM programs, ensuring shared priorities, joint goals, and aligned messaging.

• Strategic Alignment and Influence: Influence partner teams to drive clarity and commitment around joint milestones, KPIs, and launch readiness.

• Strategic Alignment and Influence: Represent Intel in executive forums, driving consensus and surfacing risks and opportunities.

• Program Leadership: Orchestrate cross-functional workstreams (including OS, ecosystem, retail, etc.) to ensure cohesive execution and visibility.

• Program Leadership: Drive alignment on shopper journey, brand strategy, and co-engineering efforts across both companies.

• Program Leadership: Ensure the joint Intel + Microsoft programs deliver against our joint goals.

• Gaming GTM Strategy: Shape and activate the joint Intel + Microsoft gaming strategy, spanning OS, PC, and handheld segments.

• Gaming GTM Strategy: Align on global campaigns and co-marketing investments to drive demand and preference.

• Gaming GTM Strategy: Advocate for gaming-first innovation in OS, silicon, and ecosystem partnerships.

• Executive Communications: Deliver crisp, insight-driven updates to senior leadership across both companies.

• Executive Communications: Translate complex program dynamics into actionable narratives that drive decision-making and investment.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in sales or business development within the technology sector, with a strong track record of identifying and nurturing new business opportunities, building client relationships, and consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.

• 3+ years of customer-facing experience, which does not necessarily need to be in sales

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with any of the following:

• Familiarity with Microsoft business, marketing, and sales team, cross-functional collaboration, and executive-level engagement is considered a strong plus

• Working knowledge of Intel\'s client business, especially in relation to Windows and Devices

• Understanding of Intel\'s CCG product portfolio, emphasis on Consumer products.

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: Virtual US

Additional Locations:

Business group:The Sales and Marketing Group (SMG) leverages the product portfolio to drive Intel\'s revenue growth and market expansion, blending strategic initiatives with dynamic sales efforts to capture and retain customers. SMG is responsible for empowering the sales force with tools and insights needed to close deals and build lasting customer relationships. Sales analytics and market research ensure strategies are both targeted and impactful. In SMG, disciplined execution, creativity, and ambition are celebrated, providing ample opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust: N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here: Benefits information is available from the recruiter or on the official benefits page of Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $176,310.00-350,240.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role: This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. However, you must live and work from the country specified in the job posting, in which Intel has a legal presence. Due to legal regulations, remote work from any other country is unfortunately not permitted. The application window for this job posting is expected to end by 01/09/2026.