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Backblaze

Head of Revenue Operations

Backblaze, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Head of Revenue Operations

I co-founded Backblaze in 2007 and helped lead it from a bootstrapped start‑up to a NASDAQ-listed company in 2021. As we enter our next growth phase, I'm looking for a Head of Revenue Operations to help us scale our go‑to‑market engine and solidify Backblaze as the independent storage cloud of choice. You'll and run the operating system that drives revenue across Marketing, Sales, Channel, and Customer Success. You'll unify data, systems, and processes across our self‑serve, mid‑market, and enterprise motions to increase efficiency, visibility, and speed. Backblaze already generates over $145 million in ARR, operates a storage cloud at one‑fifth the cost of AWS, manages 5+ exabytes of customer data, and serves customers in 175 countries – from AI startups to large enterprises. We have strong growth, healthy margins, and a team that deeply values transparency and customer trust. If you're ready to bring clarity, precision, and scale to a company with serious momentum – and where your leadership will shape how we grow globally – let's talk. Gleb Budman, Co-Founder & CEO

The Role Reporting to the CRO, you'll be the operational architect powering Backblaze's revenue engine. You'll lead a RevOps team that unifies systems, analytics, forecasting, and process design across all GTM functions. Your mission: build and run the operational system that powers predictable, scalable revenue growth from pipeline creation to customer expansion.

What You'll Own GTM Strategy & Revenue Performance

Partner with CRO and sales leadership, VP of Marketing, and VP Customer Success to drive alignment on growth priorities and company‑wide revenue KPIs

Lead annual and quarterly planning cycles including headcount modeling, quota design, pipeline targets, and CAC / LTV analysis

Own board‑level reporting on pipeline health, forecast accuracy, and operational efficiency

Build frameworks for goal‑setting and business performance tracking that align targets with strategic objectives

Revenue Systems & Data Infrastructure

Own and evolve the GTM tech stack Salesforce, HubSpot, Outreach, attribution tools, and BI platforms

Drive system integration, process automation, and data governance to ensure single source of truth across all teams

Partner with Finance and Product to maintain data accuracy and consistency across Marketing, Sales, CS, and Channel

Evaluate and implement new technologies that enhance GTM productivity and forecasting precision

Analytics, Forecasting & Executive Insights

Build unified reporting framework with real‑time visibility into funnel performance, conversion trends, and win / loss analysis

Own forecasting processes across Self‑Serve and Enterprise segments, ensuring accuracy and accountability

Lead weekly pipeline reviews and monthly forecast calls with the CRO to keep revenue targets on track

Deliver executive dashboards and board materials highlighting operational metrics and growth drivers

Sales Operations & GTM Efficiency

Enhance sales effectiveness through territory design, account segmentation, rules of engagement, and methodology refinement

Design and operationalize quota, incentive, and commission models that drive performance and predictability

Create scalable processes from lead capture through renewal with clear SLAs and handoffs between teams

Implement data‑driven sales planning that improves pipeline hygiene, deal velocity, and win rates

Process Excellence & Continuous Optimization

Diagnose bottlenecks and redesign GTM processes to reduce friction and improve cycle time

Establish culture of data discipline ensuring CRM accuracy and consistent reporting standards

Champion automation initiatives that enhance productivity while maintaining customer‑centric approach

Build consistent operating rhythms including pipeline reviews, QBRs, and forecast calls

Leadership & Team Development

Build, lead, and scale a high‑performing RevOps team from 2‑3 to 5+ members

Foster collaboration across Demand Gen, SDR, Sales, Channel, Customer Success, Product, and Finance

Coach and develop team members, creating clear career paths within RevOps

Act as operational backbone enabling profitable, predictable, and scalable growth

What's Required

10+ years in Revenue Operations, Sales Operations, or GTM Operations, with 5+ years leading teams

Experience in high‑growth B2B SaaS scaling from $50M to $200M+ ARR

Deep expertise with Salesforce (configuration, reporting, governance) and marketing automation platforms (HubSpot, Marketo)

Strong analytical capabilities with fluency in SQL, data modeling, and business intelligence frameworks

Proven track record improving forecasting accuracy, conversion rates, and funnel efficiency

Experience supporting both PLG / self‑serve and enterprise sales motions simultaneously

Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence and partner across Marketing, Sales, CS, and Finance

Systems thinking can architect scalable processes while maintaining attention to detail

What's Preferred

Public or pre‑IPO SaaS company experience navigating increased reporting and governance requirements

Background in infrastructure, cloud storage, or developer‑focused products

Experience with CPQ systems, revenue attribution models, and advanced BI tools (Tableau, Looker, Mode)

Familiarity with channel / partner operations and indirect sales motions

Track record implementing AI / ML tools for forecasting, lead scoring, or workflow automation

Experience at transparent, customer‑obsessed company cultures

Backblaze Benefits

Healthcare for family, including dental and vision

Competitive compensation and 401K

RSU grants for full‑time employees

ESPP program

Flexible vacation policy

Maternity & paternity leave

MacBook Pro to use for work, plus a generous stipend to personalize your workstation

Childcare bonus (human children only)

Fertility treatment and support

Learning & development program

Commuter benefits

Culture that supports a healthy work‑life balance

The expected salary range for this role is as follows

US - $225,000-$275,000 + Bonus and Equity

At Backblaze, we value being fair and good to our customers, partners, and employees. That's why diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our values. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel a sense of belonging regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, socio‑economic status, ability, veteran status, and education. We believe that our dedication to cultivating a diverse workspace not only allows us to better serve our customers in over 175 countries but further reinforces our commitment to doing the right thing. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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