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Sr. Principal Business Manager – Data Center & AI Infrastructure

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-28 → 2026-09-27

Core

Drive strategic deal pipeline and commercial strategy for rack-scale AI infrastructure and connectivity solutions for hyperscalers and AI platform providers.

Role type

Sr. Principal Business Manager (Strategy & Commercial Execution)

Builds

Rack-scale AI systems, Open Rack deployments, PCIe-based scale-up architectures, and custom connectivity solutions.

Domain

Semiconductor industry, Data Center infrastructure, AI/Cloud computing

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Complex deal negotiation, Commercial strategy definition, Pricing framework design, Hyperscaler engagement, Open Rack ecosystem knowledge, PCIe architecture expertise, AI/Cloud infrastructure understanding, Cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

MBA or advanced degree, Open Compute/Open Rack procurement experience, High-speed connectivity tech familiarity (PCIe Gen 6/7, retimers, switches), Pricing model definition for semiconductor products, Executive stakeholder influence

Technologies

CXL, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe, UALink, Open Rack, UCIe, Retimers, Switches

Responsibilities

Lead engagement with hyperscale and AI customers to secure design wins and convert to contracts; Define and approve pricing frameworks and commercial terms across key accounts; Develop playbooks for hyperscalers, AI cloud providers, and OEM segments; Drive process improvements to support rapid growth in AI and data center markets

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership

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