Foundry Solutions Architect - IGT

Job Details:

Job Description:

Who We Are The U.S. Government has a critical and growing need for secure, domestically sourced semiconductor technologies to support mission critical capabilities. Intel has been selected for the Secure Enclave program, delivering advanced, secure silicon through its leading 18A process node and packaging technologies.

Intel's Government Technology Group is seeking an experienced Foundry Solutions Architect to drive customer engagement and business outcomes aligned with mission requirements. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen to accelerate adoption of Intel Foundry Services. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership, strong customer-facing experience, and a deep understanding of semiconductor technologies working at the intersection of engineering and business to support government and defense customers.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with customers and Business Development to design tailored Intel Foundry solutions

Support the full sales cycle from engagement through delivery

Provide technical leadership in presentations, demonstrations, and solution design discussions

Develop proposals, reference architectures, and proof-of-concept solutions

Collaborate with engineering teams to validate feasibility and optimize designs

Drive competitive positioning, pricing, and contract negotiations

Deliver technical documentation, implementation roadmaps, and risk mitigation plans

Domain Expertise

Build deep knowledge of Intel Foundry Services, roadmaps, and IP offerings

Stay current on industry trends, regulatory requirements, and USG/DIB market dynamics

Understand semiconductor supply chain, pricing models, and contract structures

Cross-Functional Leadership

Establish trusted advisor relationships with customer technical stakeholders

Partner across engineering, business development, and marketing teams

Translate customer needs into actionable technical and business solutions

Contribute market insights to influence product and roadmap strategy

Pipeline and Opportunity Management

Identify, qualify, and advance new business opportunities

Support win strategies, competitive positioning, and deal execution

Manage technical sales activities through contract negotiation and close

Maintain accurate pipeline tracking and forecasting in CRM systems

Sales Enablement and Market Development

Develop technical collateral for U.S. Government and defense markets

Support marketing initiatives and customer success storytelling

Represent Intel at industry events as a technical subject matter expert

Drive initiatives to market reach and customer value realization

Qualifications:

The Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Minimum qualifications listed below would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experience and / or schoolwork/classes/research. The preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required

Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance required, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

7+ years of experience in semiconductor design, foundry services, technical sales, solutions engineering, business development, or other customer-facing technical roles

Experience of semiconductor manufacturing processes, design flows, and foundry business models

Experience with advanced process nodes (7nm and below), including chiplets and advanced packaging

Experience with EDA tools, PDKs, and modern design methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

Post graduate degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Experience in semiconductor, silicon, or integrated hardware/software solutions

Experience supporting U.S. Government (USG) or Defense Industrial Base (DIB) environments

Proven ability to support customer engagements, develop solutions, and effectively position technical offerings

Experience with federal contracting and procurement processes

Experience with consultative, solution-based selling approaches

Experience working with Business Development and sales/marketing organizations

Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear customer value propositions

Experience developing sales collateral and market-facing materials

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Virginia, Fairfax

Additional Locations: US, Washington, D.C.

Business group: The Sales and Marketing Group (SMG) leverages the product portfolio to drive Intel's revenue growth and market expansion, blending strategic initiatives with dynamic sales efforts to capture and retain customers. SMG is responsible for empowering the sales force with tools and insights needed to close deals and build lasting customer relationships. Sales analytics and market research ensure strategies are both targeted and impactful. In SMG, disciplined execution, creativity, and ambition are celebrated, providing ample opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

Posting Statement:

Position of Trust N/A

Benefits

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: $142,060.00-279,600.00 USD

The 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 will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.