Staff Account Manager

Renesas; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas is seeking a dynamic Staff Sales Account Manager to drive revenue growth and expand market share across AI-driven applications in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role focuses on Humanoid Robotics, Physical AI, Edge Computing, and IoT, profiling customers and ecosystem partners to convert early traction into scalable design wins.

You will lead cross-functional teams to align roadmaps, execute strategic account plans, and maintain a data-driven forecast across Renesas’ Embedded Processing,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of technical and executive sales experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong understanding of embedded processing, analog, power, AI-based applications, edge computing, robotics, or related semiconductor solutions.
• Technically proficient and comfortable selling to engineering, product, and executive stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influence skills across internal and external organizations.

Responsibilities

• Profile, prioritize, and pursue the fastest-growing AI revenue opportunities across Bay Area startups and high-growth customers.
• Identify AI market inflection points and position Renesas to capture share in Humanoid Robotics, Autonomous Systems, and Edge AI.
• Drive adoption of Renesas full portfolio and cross-sell integrated solutions across Embedded Processing, Analog, Power, and Software tools.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to penetrate high-growth markets and convert early engagement into scalable design wins.

Skills

Executive sales

Strategic selling

Negotiation

Relationship building

Technical sales

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Communication

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

CRM software

Product knowledge

Job description

Renesas is a global leader in semiconductor solutions that power intelligent systems shaping the future. From AI-enabled edge devices and industrial automation to Humanoid Robotics, Physical AI, autonomous machines, and connected infrastructure, Renesas technologies help customers transform innovative ideas into scalable products. Our portfolio spans embedded processing, analog, power, connectivity, and software solutions, enabling customers to build intelligent, efficient, and secure systems that operate from the cloud to the edge.

As the demand for AI-driven applications accelerates, Renesas is uniquely positioned to enable next-generation intelligent machines through high-performance MCUs, MPUs, SoCs, power management, sensing, connectivity, and software platforms. Our solutions support emerging markets including Humanoid Robotics, Edge AI, Industrial AI, autonomous systems, smart factories, intelligent infrastructure, and IoT.

With approximately 21,000 employees across more than 30 countries, Renesas combines global scale with an entrepreneurial culture built on being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation and business success. Join Renesas and help shape the future of AI, robotics, and intelligent systems that will define the next generation of technology.

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Staff Sales Account Manager responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding market share across Renesas’ comprehensive portfolio.

As a Staff Sales Account Manager for AI-based applications, with a strong focus on high-growth revenue opportunities in Humanoid Robotics, Physical AI, Edge Computing, and IoT, you will be accountable for identifying, prioritizing, and accelerating the fastest paths to revenue growth across the San Francisco Bay Area region. Your primary mission is to profile winning customers, applications, and ecosystem partners; convert early traction into scalable design wins; and drive sustained revenue expansion across Renesas’ portfolio, including Embedded Processing, Power, Analog Mixed Signal, and Software Digitalization Product Groups

The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the semiconductor industry, proven track record of leading sales teams to exceed targets, and the technical acumen to champion Renesas full-system solutions.

Strategic Sales & Revenue Growth:

• Profile, prioritize, and pursue the fastest-growing Humanoid Robotics, Physical AI, Edge Computing, and AI revenue opportunities across startups, scale-ups, and high-growth established customers.
• Identify emerging AI market inflection points and proactively position Renesas to capture share in high-growth segments such as Humanoid Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Industrial AI, Edge Intelligence, and Physical AI.
• Drive adoption of Renesas’ full portfolio, with a focus on cross-selling integrated solutions across Embedded Processing, Analog, Power, and Software Digitalization tools.
• Accelerate go-to-market execution by aligning reference designs, partner offerings, product roadmaps, and channel strategies to revenue priorities.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to penetrate high-growth markets and convert early customer engagement into scalable design wins.
• Maintain an accurate, data-driven sales forecast and demand-generation pipeline using Enterprise CRM and Business Intelligence tools.

Customer Management:

• Establish trusted executive relationships with C-level stakeholders, engineering leaders, and business sponsors to influence technology adoption, strategic direction, and long-term investment decisions.
• Partner closely with Product Lines, Product Groups, FAE, Marketing, and Application Engineering teams to align Renesas roadmaps with customer requirements.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations to secure long-term business agreements and maximize profitability.
• Own early opportunity qualification and deal strategy, ensuring focus on customers with clear scale, funding, and production potential.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Product Line, and Application Engineering teams to build, manage, and close a strong pipeline from discovery through volume production.
• Act as Renesas’ market advocate for Humanoid Robotics, Physical AI, Edge AI, Edge Computing, and IoT opportunities across the San Francisco Bay Area region.
• Provide market intelligence and customer insights that influence product roadmaps, investment priorities, and revenue strategy.
• Champion high-growth AI opportunities and help shape long-term business strategy within the assigned customer base.
• Identify ecosystem partners, platform trends, and emerging customer requirements that can accelerate Renesas’ position in next-generation AI-enabled systems.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of technical and executive sales experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Proven ability to identify, develop, and scale new revenue opportunities in emerging markets.
• Strong understanding of embedded processing, analog, power, AI-based applications, edge computing, robotics, or related semiconductor solutions.
• Highly results-driven with a growth-oriented mindset, demonstrating persistence, creativity, and strategic rigor.
• Self-directed, analytical, detail-oriented, and committed to quality execution.
• Technically proficient and comfortable selling to engineering, product, and executive stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influence skills across internal and external organizations.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and tenacity, with a proven track record of driving complex opportunities to successful business outcomes despite obstacles and ambiguity.
• Strong analytical and business acumen, with the ability to prioritize opportunities based on revenue impact.
• Existing relationships with key AI, Humanoid Robotics, Edge Computing, Physical AI, or Edge Processing customers are a strong advantage.

Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $130,000 - $190,000. This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.

Renesas offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive company-paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued paid vacation. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read ourDiversity & Inclusion Statement .

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.

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