Intel is the world's leading semiconductor company, powering the technology that connects and enriches lives. We design and manufacture essential technologies that serve as the foundation for computing devices worldwide. Our partnership with Microsoft represents one of our most strategic relationships, driving innovation across client, cloud, and edge computing solutions.
Candidates must be willing and able to commute regularly to customer sites and team meetings in Seattle area. Preference will be given to those located within approximately 50 miles, or those who can reliably travel to the area as needed.
Join our Team Microsoft, Windows and Devices Engineering as a Strategic Sales Application Engineer (SAE) for Windows. This role sits at the exciting intersection of silicon architecture, engineering, and ecosystem strategy. You'll be instrumental in shaping the future of the Windows platform while driving Intel's PC Client revenue through deep collaboration with Microsoft and Surface teams.
Key Responsibilities
Own Windows silicon and platform architecture alignment, influencing long-range platform and SoC roadmap decisions through strategic engagement with Microsoft
Drive ecosystem enablement for next-generation Windows PCs, including early architecture work across component vendors, industrial design, and subsystem standards
Partner with Silicon Architecture teams to translate Microsoft architectural requirements into actionable silicon, platform, and system-level priorities
Collaborate with Client Engineering teams to select and drive appropriate co-engineering and launch support motions that accelerate time to market
Serve as the primary architecture bridge between Microsoft and internal engineering teams, surfacing misalignments early and driving resolution
Coordinate forward-looking architecture and ecosystem workstreams to co-define future Windows platform categories
Build bridges between Microsoft and Intel to grow our PC business through executing strategic initiatives
As a Successful Candidate, You Possess:
Excellent communication skills to synthesize complex topics into executive-ready messages
Strong influence without authority, driving alignment across cross-functional teams
Skills to operate at the intersection of engineering and strategy
Comfort engaging with technical stakeholders while maintaining systems-level perspective
Proven capability to translate technical details into business impact
Strategic thinking with end-to-end perspective
Ready to shape the future of computing? Join Intel and be part of a team that's defining the next generation of Windows experiences. Apply today and help us build tomorrow's technology.
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.
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We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $178,520.00-366,170.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role
This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. However, you must live and work from the country specified in the job posting, in which Intel has a legal presence. Due to legal regulations, remote work from any other country is unfortunately not permitted. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.The application window for this job posting is expected to end by 07/20/2026*
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