Vention
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Direct message the job poster from Vention Help build the next great sales engine — from our growing San Francisco hub We’re expanding on the West Coast and hiring a
Business Development Director
to launch, lead, and scale a brand-new GTM team based in San Francisco. Vention
is a global engineering partner to tech leaders and high-growth startups, combining 20+ years of product development experience with an AI-first mindset and a reputation for dependable delivery. We’ve recently restructured our sales organization into two focused teams:
Business Development
and
Account Management . This role will own our
West Coast outbound motion
— building a high-performing team, generating pipeline, and turning early conversations into real, funded products. What You’ll Do Build and coach a world-class business development team from scratch Launch, develop and lead the West Coast GTM strategy — from ICP to outbound execution Source and close complex $1M+ ACV deals with high-growth, VC-backed startups Partner with marketing to shape campaigns and generate qualified leads Represent Vention in the startup and venture ecosystem through events and relationships Use AI tooling (n8n, Apollo, etc.) to build a scalable, high-efficiency GTM strategy Collaborate with legal, delivery, and talent teams to close well-structured, client-aligned deals Report directly to company leadership on pipeline, team health, and GTM performance What You Bring 7+ years of experience in B2B sales or GTM roles, with 3+ in a leadership or strategic ownership position Experience in consultative sales Proven track record of building and executing sales strategies in fast-growth environments Experience closing $1M+ deals and partnering with technical stakeholders and closing complex sales deals Deep understanding of software development, product strategy, and engineering orgs Passion for building – teams, playbooks, strategies, and trusted client relationships Outcome-driven mindset — you prioritize clarity, velocity, and results Based in San Francisco and excited about in-person collaboration Nice to have: Experience with AI-enabled sales tools and GTM automation Compensation Base Salary: $140,000 - $174,000. On Target Earnings: $360,000+ (base + bonuses) What You’ll Get OTE: $360K+ (Base: $140K–$174K + commission and team related bonus) Leadership coaching, professional development budget 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance (including dependents) 401(k) with 4% company match Generous PTO, winter break, floating holidays Wellness perks, Peloton membership Pet-friendly culture, high-growth environment, and regular team events Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Vention is an equal-opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs. Why Vention? Sell solutions that ship – not slideware – and see your deals turn into product launches Lead a team that owns its numbers and runs on clear, modern tooling Vention powers tech companies to innovate fast and develop thoughtfully with world-class engineering teams — and we have the numbers to prove it: 20+ years in the market 550+ clients across 30+ industries served so far 3,000+ engineers in 20+ global offices Diverse portfolio: Fortune 500 companies and fast-moving startups $15B+ in client acquisitions 10+ unicorns and 20+ IPOs supported + 6x Inc. 5000 honoree | 5x Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies Seniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionBusiness Development and Sales IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vention by 2x Get notified about new Director of Business Development jobs in
San Francisco, CA . San Leandro, CA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 6 months ago South San Francisco, CA $325,000.00-$375,000.00 5 months ago Vice President of Strategic Business Development San Francisco, CA $288,000.00-$306,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $148,000.00-$220,000.00 2 months ago Senior Director, Autonomous Business DevelopmentVice President of Business Development (100% Sales Hunter) South San Francisco, CA $192,000.00-$244,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $100,000.00-$135,000.00 1 day ago San Francisco, CA $90,000.00-$130,000.00 19 hours ago 3050 -Senior Director- Platform Strategy and Business Development San Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago Director, Strategic Partnerships and Business Development San Francisco, CA $182,900.00-$228,600.00 21 hours ago San Rafael, CA $100,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago San Francisco, CA $89,300.00-$111,600.00 2 months ago VP, CBO Initiatives and Business Operations Brisbane, CA $200,000.00-$230,000.00 2 days ago Director, Business Development - Rare DiseaseDirector, Business Development - West CoastDirector, Business Development - Rare Disease (Western US)Director of Business Development Analytics & Intelligence San Mateo, CA $207,000.00-$297,000.00 1 week ago Director, Business Development - Rare Disease (Mid-Atlantic)VP of Multifamily Business Development-California San Francisco, CA $225,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago Director, Business Development - Concierge Medicine & Executive Health (Remote) South San Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$246,000.00 2 weeks ago Director, Business Development Fleet Solutions We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Direct message the job poster from Vention Help build the next great sales engine — from our growing San Francisco hub We’re expanding on the West Coast and hiring a
Business Development Director
to launch, lead, and scale a brand-new GTM team based in San Francisco. Vention
is a global engineering partner to tech leaders and high-growth startups, combining 20+ years of product development experience with an AI-first mindset and a reputation for dependable delivery. We’ve recently restructured our sales organization into two focused teams:
Business Development
and
Account Management . This role will own our
West Coast outbound motion
— building a high-performing team, generating pipeline, and turning early conversations into real, funded products. What You’ll Do Build and coach a world-class business development team from scratch Launch, develop and lead the West Coast GTM strategy — from ICP to outbound execution Source and close complex $1M+ ACV deals with high-growth, VC-backed startups Partner with marketing to shape campaigns and generate qualified leads Represent Vention in the startup and venture ecosystem through events and relationships Use AI tooling (n8n, Apollo, etc.) to build a scalable, high-efficiency GTM strategy Collaborate with legal, delivery, and talent teams to close well-structured, client-aligned deals Report directly to company leadership on pipeline, team health, and GTM performance What You Bring 7+ years of experience in B2B sales or GTM roles, with 3+ in a leadership or strategic ownership position Experience in consultative sales Proven track record of building and executing sales strategies in fast-growth environments Experience closing $1M+ deals and partnering with technical stakeholders and closing complex sales deals Deep understanding of software development, product strategy, and engineering orgs Passion for building – teams, playbooks, strategies, and trusted client relationships Outcome-driven mindset — you prioritize clarity, velocity, and results Based in San Francisco and excited about in-person collaboration Nice to have: Experience with AI-enabled sales tools and GTM automation Compensation Base Salary: $140,000 - $174,000. On Target Earnings: $360,000+ (base + bonuses) What You’ll Get OTE: $360K+ (Base: $140K–$174K + commission and team related bonus) Leadership coaching, professional development budget 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance (including dependents) 401(k) with 4% company match Generous PTO, winter break, floating holidays Wellness perks, Peloton membership Pet-friendly culture, high-growth environment, and regular team events Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Vention is an equal-opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and business needs. Why Vention? Sell solutions that ship – not slideware – and see your deals turn into product launches Lead a team that owns its numbers and runs on clear, modern tooling Vention powers tech companies to innovate fast and develop thoughtfully with world-class engineering teams — and we have the numbers to prove it: 20+ years in the market 550+ clients across 30+ industries served so far 3,000+ engineers in 20+ global offices Diverse portfolio: Fortune 500 companies and fast-moving startups $15B+ in client acquisitions 10+ unicorns and 20+ IPOs supported + 6x Inc. 5000 honoree | 5x Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies Seniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionBusiness Development and Sales IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vention by 2x Get notified about new Director of Business Development jobs in
San Francisco, CA . San Leandro, CA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 6 months ago South San Francisco, CA $325,000.00-$375,000.00 5 months ago Vice President of Strategic Business Development San Francisco, CA $288,000.00-$306,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco, CA $148,000.00-$220,000.00 2 months ago Senior Director, Autonomous Business DevelopmentVice President of Business Development (100% Sales Hunter) South San Francisco, CA $192,000.00-$244,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $100,000.00-$135,000.00 1 day ago San Francisco, CA $90,000.00-$130,000.00 19 hours ago 3050 -Senior Director- Platform Strategy and Business Development San Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago Director, Strategic Partnerships and Business Development San Francisco, CA $182,900.00-$228,600.00 21 hours ago San Rafael, CA $100,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago San Francisco, CA $89,300.00-$111,600.00 2 months ago VP, CBO Initiatives and Business Operations Brisbane, CA $200,000.00-$230,000.00 2 days ago Director, Business Development - Rare DiseaseDirector, Business Development - West CoastDirector, Business Development - Rare Disease (Western US)Director of Business Development Analytics & Intelligence San Mateo, CA $207,000.00-$297,000.00 1 week ago Director, Business Development - Rare Disease (Mid-Atlantic)VP of Multifamily Business Development-California San Francisco, CA $225,000.00-$250,000.00 1 month ago Director, Business Development - Concierge Medicine & Executive Health (Remote) South San Francisco, CA $200,000.00-$246,000.00 2 weeks ago Director, Business Development Fleet Solutions We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr