Director, Sales - Data Center

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$224,000–$336,000 / yr
Posted
84 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Dec 16, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $237k
This role $280k
$155k most similar roles pay here $355k

This role pays more than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $195,112–$278,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $280k versus about $237k for comparable roles.

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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · Director, Sales - Data Center

As a Director, Sales - Data Center, you will join the Sales, Business Development & Marketing Group to drive new revenue-generating opportunities for the Data Center business unit. You will be responsible for developing sales strategies, building relationships with C-level executives, and identifying program opportunities at target customers. Your daily work involves collaborating with internal teams in engineering, product management, and finance to position products and define next-generation roadmaps. The role requires deep expertise in Server CPU, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Deep Learning (DL) technologies, as well as knowledge of hardware and architecture design for data center and edge compute. You will engage with Hyperscalers, Cloud Providers, and OEMs to cultivate customer intimacy while tracking competitive offerings and market trends within the cloud and enterprise AI deployment landscape to ensure successful go-to-market motions.

What you'll do

  • Develop sales strategies and build relationships with C-level executives across engineering, procurement, marketing, and operations.
  • Identify and establish partnerships with Hyperscalers, Cloud Providers, OEMs, ODMs, and other ecosystem partners.
  • Identify new program opportunities at target customers and propose tailored Qualcomm solutions based on their specific requirements.
  • Cultivate customer intimacy by presenting regularly to drive brand leadership at focus accounts.
  • Create and deliver content for customer and industry-facing briefings regarding product roadmaps and competitive landscapes.
  • Partner with Product Management to identify new business opportunities and define go-to-market motions for new services.
  • Track competitor offerings, market trends, and business models in cloud and enterprise AI deployment.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in sales, business development, or product development.
  • Associate's degree with 10+ years of experience in sales, business development, or product development.
  • High school diploma with 12+ years of experience in sales, business development, or product development.
  • Proven experience in the Data Center business including Hyperscalers, Cloud Providers, and key OEMs.
  • Deep knowledge of CPU/GPU/AI chipsets and hardware architecture for data center and edge compute.
  • Proven background in Server CPU, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Deep Learning (DL).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence internal stakeholders and external decision-makers.
  • Ability to develop sales strategies and identify new program opportunities at target customers.

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