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About Ceva:
Ceva is the leading licensor of wireless connectivity and smart sensing technologies. We offer Digital Signal Processors, AI processors, wireless platforms and complementary software for sensor fusion, image enhancement, computer vision, voice input and artificial intelligence, all of which are key enabling technologies for a smarter, connected world.
About the Role:
Ceva is looking for a dynamic Sales Director to grow our business in North America. As part of Ceva’s sales team in North America, you will be based in the Bay Area and will be tasked with growing our US Western Region reporting to VP Sales for North America. You will work closely with the FAEs, Business Unit leaders and Marketing to discover new sales opportunities, coordinate customer evaluations, and negotiate contracts.
Responsibilities:
Prospect for new opportunities while retaining and expanding business with the current customer base.
Develop trusted relationships with various stakeholders such as engineering, marketing, executive management, and purchasing at the target accounts.
Negotiate contracts for Silicon IP and Software licensing.
Work with legal preparing Licensing Contracts.
RequirementsRequirements:
• Experience with the Semiconductor Industry (design, marketing, sales) is essential.
• Good knowledge base and industry background in some of the following areas: Connectivity, Wireless, Neural Networks, Motion Sensors.
• Proven 10+ year track record in closing business at increasing levels.
• High-energy and self-driven to take ownership of customer relationships, identify issues, and coordinate solutions with customers and Ceva’s R&D/Support organization.
• A collaborative individual with excellent communication skills.
• Skilled at presenting to a technical and business audience.
• Available to travel frequently within the United States to meet customers.
• Flexibility to work across international time zones (mostly with Israel and Europe) with Ceva’s business units.
• Legal work authorization/EAD for U.S. employment
Advantages:
• Experience in semiconductor/silicon IP Licensing.
• Engineering or marketing experience in the ASIC market.
• Experience in strategic account management.
• Experience in product marketing and/or business development.
• Prior responsibility for complex contract negotiations.
• Current business relationships with top-tier customers
Skills Required
- Experience with the Semiconductor Industry (design, marketing, sales)
- Proven 10+ year track record in closing business
- Good knowledge base in Connectivity, Wireless, Neural Networks, Motion Sensors
- Legal work authorization/EAD for U.S. employment
What We Do
Ceva powers the Smart Edge, bridging the digital and physical worlds to bring AI-driven products to life. Our Ceva AI fabric portfolio of silicon and software IP enables devices to Connect, Sense, and Infer – the essential capabilities for the intelligent edge. From 5G, cellular IoT, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and UWB connectivity to scalable Edge AI NPUs, AI DSPs, sensor fusion processors and embedded software, Ceva provides the foundational IP for devices that connect, understand their environment, and act in real time. With more than 20 billion devices shipped and trusted by 400+ customers worldwide, Ceva is the backbone of today’s most advanced smart edge products – from AI-infused wearables and IoT devices to autonomous vehicles and 5G infrastructure. Our differentiated solutions deliver seamless integration into existing design flows, total flexibility to combine solutions based on design needs and ultra–low–power performance in minimal silicon footprint, helping customers accelerate development, reduce risk, and bring innovative products to market faster. As technology evolves toward Physical AI, Ceva’s IP portfolio lays the foundation for systems that are always connected, contextually aware, and capable of intelligent, real-time decision-making.
