Azure Sales Account Manager

As an Intel Sales Application Engineer (SAE) focused on Microsoft Azure, you will operate at the intersection of technical innovation, customer engagement, and strategic influence. Your mission is to drive Intel technology adoption across Microsoft Azure’s first-party (1P) and third-party (3P) workloads.

• →Lead technical engagements with Microsoft Azure to co-engineer solutions using Intel Xeon processors and accelerators.
• →Drive Account management through cross-functional cross company teams to deliver on joint initiatives, from influencing all stakeholders, delivering joint value prop, proof-of-concepts to full-scale deployments.
• →Align 1P and 3P workload opportunities by aligning Intel’s technology with Azure’s roadmap and customer needs.
• →Optimize key workloads (e.g., AI, analytics, databases) for Intel platforms to demonstrate performance and TCO advantages.
• →Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in Azure’s use of Intel hardware, coordinating with internal engineering teams.
• →Build trusted relationships with Microsoft stakeholders, acting as a technical advisor and advocate for Intel.
• →Influence Azure’s roadmap by aligning Intel’s product strategy with Microsoft’s infrastructure and service plans.
• →Track competitive trends (AMD, NVIDIA, ARM) and position Intel’s value proposition effectively.

• A proactive Sales Manager driving business across engineering, marketing, and sales team to win Intel Business on Azure. 
• A technically strong, customer-focused engineer who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments leveraging proximity to customer and BU.
• A strategic thinker who can influence product direction and customer decisions.
• A proactive problem-solver with a passion for cloud infrastructure and workload optimization.
• A relationship builder who can engage deeply with Microsoft engineering and business teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in technical roles (e.g., systems engineering, solutions architecture, technical program management).
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong understanding of datacenter and
• cloud infrastructure, including CPUs, accelerators, networking, and virtualization.
• Experience with workload performance tuning, telemetry analysis, and system-level optimization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.

• Experience working directly with Microsoft Azure or other hyperscale cloud providers.

• Familiarity with Intel Xeon architecture, firmware (BIOS/BMC), and platform-level features.

• Knowledge of competitive silicon offerings (AMD EPYC, NVIDIA GPUs, ARM-based solutions).

• Experience in co-engineering or joint solution development with large enterprise customers.

• Background in AI/ML, confidential computing, or workload acceleration technologies.

• Seattle/Redmond area.
• Portland/Hillsboro Acceptable ( ability to drive to Redmond.

This role provides an exceptional opportunity to work in collaboration with global teams, drive innovation, and make a meaningful impact on business outcomes. Join us and be part of Intel's mission to shape the future of technology through customer success and strategic partnerships.

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