Sr Business Development Manager Datacenter (MIPS)

MIPS Holding Inc; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to accelerate growth with Data Center customers in the Bay Area. You will drive new opportunities and manage key customer relationships from initial engagement through deal closure.

The role requires 10+ years in business development or sales in semiconductor IP or ASIC/SoC contexts, with a proven record of closing complex, high-value deals and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience 10+ years in business development, sales, or account management.
• Background in: Semiconductor Processor IP or ASIC/SoC Sales
• Proven success in closing complex, high-value deals
• Technical Expertise Strong understanding of Data Center system architectures & systems
• Familiarity with processor IP and silicon development flows
• Skills Strong customer engagement and negotiation capabilities
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple opportunities
• Excellent communication bridging technical and commercial topics

Responsibilities

• Drive Business Growth: Identify, develop, and close new opportunities for Data Center customers in the Bay Area
• Lead the full sales lifecycle from initial engagement to contract execution
• Focus on strategic engagements including: Processor IP solutions, Custom silicon, Software tools
• Own Strategic Customer Relationships: Act as primary account owner for key Data Center customers
• Build strong relationships across engineering, purchasing, and executive levels
• Develop and execute account strategies aligned with customer roadmaps
• Engage & Position Solutions: Work with customer teams to translate requirements into commercial proposals
• Build and Manage Pipeline: Maintain a strong pipeline and forecast accurately

Skills

Data Center systems

Processor IP

Semiconductor sales

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

About MIPS (a GlobalFoundries Company) MIPS, a GlobalFoundries company, is at the forefront of enabling the next generation of Physical AI systems. Through its portfolio of RISC‑V processor IP, software tools, and custom silicon platforms, MIPS helps customers design high-performance, power-efficient solutions from architecture to silicon.

Summary of Role

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to accelerate growth with Data Center customers in the Bay Area. Responsibility includes driving new business opportunities and managing key customer relationships, from early engagement through deal closure.

Essential Responsibilities

• Drive Business Growth Identify, develop, and close new opportunities for Data Center customers in the Bay Area
• Lead the full sales lifecycle from initial engagement to contract execution
• Focus on strategic engagements including:
  • Processor IP solutions
  • Custom silicon
  • Software tools
• Own Strategic Customer Relationships Act as primary account owner for key Data Canter customers
• Build strong relationships across engineering, purchasing, and executive levels
• Develop and execute account strategies aligned with customer roadmaps
• Engage & Position Solutions Work closely with customer engineering teams to understand system requirements Position MIPS’ value proposition Translate technical requirements into compelling commercial proposals
• Build and Manage Pipeline Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities Ensure accurate forecasting and CRM management Track progress toward revenue targets
• Collaborate Across Teams Partner with engineering, product management, marketing, and foundry teams Align internal stakeholders to drive successful customer engagements Provide input to product roadmap based on market and customer needs

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Experience 10+ years in business development, sales, or account management
• Background in: Semiconductor Processor IP or ASIC/SoC Sales
• Proven success in closing complex, high-value deals
• Technical Expertise Strong understanding of Data Center system architectures & systems
• Familiarity with processor IP and silicon development flows
• Skills Strong customer engagement and negotiation capabilities
• Ability to operate independently and manage multiple opportunities
• Excellent communication bridging technical and commercial topics

Expected Salary Range

$167,000.00 - $275,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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