Qualcomm

Senior Manager, Business Development

Qualcomm$171K — $270K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and experience
  • 7-10 years in business development or strategic sales for consumer technology, especially targeted at hyperscalers
  • Technical expertise in Mobile, PC, Wearables, AR/VR, Gaming
  • Strategic Key Account Management experience with strong relationship-building skills
  • Proven sales success in a fast-paced, innovation-driven market
  • Strong understanding of AI applications related to smart glasses and wearables
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Execute strategic business development and sales plans for key global accounts like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon
  • Drive sales strategy for Apps processors, connectivity solutions, and AI SoCs targeting wearables and smart glasses
  • Manage the customer business cycle from NDAs to production management
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of Qualcomm's technology to ensure strategic alignment

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package designed to support work-life balance
  • Annual discretionary bonus opportunities
  • Competitive RSU grants offered for eligible positions
  • Accessibility accommodations available for applicants with disabilities
  • Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity
Full Job Description
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:
Sales, Business Development & Marketing Group, Sales, Business Development & Marketing Group > Business Development

General Summary:

Qualcomm is a global leader in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies and products used in mobile devices and other consumer products. Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones, personal computing, XR, AI smart glasses, wearables, gaming devices, smarter vehicles and the technology behind smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge.

From network equipment and broadband gateway equipment to AR/VR devices, automotive and the datacenter, we help billions of people around the world connect, compute and communicate. Our portfolio includes products for processors, modems, platforms, RF systems, and connectivity, plus products based on the end-use application of your design. You'll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

In this role you will:
• Be responsible for executing the strategic business development and sales plan to monetize Qualcomm's comprehensive portfolio at one of the key Global Hyperscaler Accounts - Microsoft, Google, Meta and/or Amazon
• Drive sales strategy and execution for Apps processors, connectivity solutions and AI SOCs, targeting AI Smart Glasses and Wearables products
• Holistically manage the customer design business cycle from cradle to grave: NDAs, License agreements, Contract Negotiation, Business operations support for NPI, Customer support and issue resolution, Forecasting, Pricing strategy, Customer service, Production and EOL management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• Have or develop a comprehensive understanding of Qualcomm's portfolio and technology to drive long-term strategic alignment with key partners

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of sales, business development, product development or related work experience.
OR
• Associate's degree and 6+ years of sales, business development, product development or related work experience.
OR
• High school Diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of sales, business development, product development or related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 7-10 years of experience in business development and / or strategic sales of consumer technology products (Mobile, PC, XR, Wearables, Gaming, etc.) specifically to hyperscalers, ideally with 2 years focused on AR/VR, smart glasses, or wearable tech
• MBA preferred
• Technical expertise in one or more areas of the following areas - Mobile, PC, Wearables, AR/VR, Wearables, Gaming etc.
• Strategic Key Account Management Expertise, ability to build and nurture all levels of customer relationships & influence
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
• Strong understanding of AI applications and emerging use cases in AR, Smart Glasses & wearables
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

This is an office based position that is eligible to work out of San Diego or Santa Clara locations.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [email protected] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

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EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$171,200.00 - $270,200.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm Ventures is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated. Founded in 2000, Qualcomm Ventures is a corporate venture capital fund with over 150 active portfolio companies and more than 20 exits over a billion dollars, including 99 Taxis, Cruise Automation, Fitbit, Invensense, NQ Mobile, Waze, and more. As a global investor, Qualcomm Ventures helps connect entrepreneurs to the resources, relationships, and deep industry expertise they need to succeed in the mobile technology ecosystem.

Qualcomm Careers

Joining Qualcomm offers more than just a job opportunity; it's a gateway to a career infused with innovation, leadership, and growth. As a pivotal leader in the world of wireless technology, Qualcomm stands at the forefront of digital communication advancements. Our team of professionals is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, making this an ideal time to become part of our global community.

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At Qualcomm, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, engaging in work that transforms the way the world connects, computes, and communicates. Our diverse team is driven by a shared passion for creating path-breaking wireless technologies that empower mobile ecosystems worldwide.

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Learn more about Qualcomm
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$122.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.7 billion
Founded
1985
5 Year Trend
+14.7%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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