Director of Sales, Axelera AI

North America, Central US

Salary not provided

+ Variable Bonus + Stock Options

Expert level

Austin

Chicago

Remote from US

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AI hardware & software for edge computing

Job no longer available

AI hardware & software for edge computing

201-500 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechInternet of ThingsComputer Vision

Job no longer available

Salary not provided

+ Variable Bonus + Stock Options

Expert level

Austin

Chicago

Remote from US

More information about location

201-500 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechInternet of ThingsComputer Vision

Company mission

To spread artificial intelligence for a green, fair, trusted and safe world enabling new applications of AI in diverse sectors like smart cities, retail and other markets.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

This role requires strong technical expertise in Edge AI, excellent leadership, and outstanding communication skills
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in sales and/or business development with strong technical exposure to Edge AI and computer vision technologies
Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales goals in fast-paced, competitive markets
Technical fluency in Edge AI and computer vision, including practical applications across verticals relevant to the Central US market
Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English
Willingness to travel across the Central US and North America for customer meetings and industry events

What the job involves

We are seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead our sales efforts in the Edge AI space across the Central United States
As the Sales Director, you will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy tailored to this region, managing key customer relationships, and building impactful strategic partnerships
You will be instrumental in delivering measurable results, growing revenue, and driving our business forward in this critical geography
Develop and Execute Sales Strategy: Design and implement a region-specific sales strategy focused on growth, market penetration, and establishing a strong presence in the Central US Edge AI ecosystem
Manage Key Accounts and Customer Success: Cultivate and maintain relationships with major clients, understand their unique needs, and deliver tailored solutions to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty
Identify and Develop Strategic Partnerships: Forge and manage strategic alliances with regional partners to expand market reach and align with our North American business objectives
Achieve Revenue Targets: Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets by managing a healthy sales pipeline, providing accurate forecasts, and executing high-impact sales initiatives
Leverage Technical Expertise in Sales: Use deep technical knowledge of Edge AI and computer vision to effectively communicate the value proposition of our solutions to both technical and business stakeholders
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Partner closely with internal product, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive strategy execution and feedback loops from the field
Regional Travel for Client Engagements: Travel across the Central US and occasionally broader North America to meet with clients, conduct demos and presentations, and negotiate deals with a strong understanding of regional market dynamics
This is a high-impact opportunity to shape our Edge AI business in a strategically vital region while leading customer engagement and partnership development

Our take

Axelera AI is a provider of AI-native solutions designed specifically for edge computing. The company's Metis AI platform offers a combination of advanced hardware and software, allowing computer vision applications to reach new heights of accessibility, power and user-friendliness.

What sets Axelera AI apart is its advanced in-memory computing and RISC-V-controlled dataflow technology, enabling the development of first-generation AI acceleration platforms that deliver exceptional performance while significantly reducing cost and power consumption.

With continued funding, including backing from Samsung and the European Union, Axelera AI is poised to continue expansion and development. In addition, the company's strategic partnerships and ever-increasing market traction suggest the potential for significant growth.

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Company

Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)

Feb 2026

$250m

SERIES C

Mar 2025

$68m

GRANT

Total funding: $450.9m

Company benefits

Remote/flexible work
Premium insurance
Commute benefit
Teambuilding activities
Premium Pension
Work-life balance
Cutting-edge equipment
Fresh fruit at the office
Modern equipped facilities

Company HQ

Beemden, Eindhoven, Netherlands

Leadership

Fabrizio Del Maffeo

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Previously founded Bitfury and UP! Bridge The Gap, where they served as Managing Director. They also served as the VP and Managing Director at AAEON Technology Europe.

Evangelos Eleftheriou

(Co-Founder & CTO)

Graduated from Carleton University with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. Previously worked at IBM in multiple roles, including Cloud and Computing Infrastructure Department Head and Manager and Leader of Neuromorphic Computing Activities.

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