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Vention

Business Development Manager in San Francisco - Career at Vention

Vention, San Francisco

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Vention is a global engineering partner to tech leaders and fast-growing startups, combining 20+ years of product development expertise with an AI-first approach and a reputation for reliable delivery.
Now we're expanding our San-Francisco office and hiring a Business Development Manager to grow revenue and forge new partnerships. You'll report to the BD Director and contribute to our next-stage growth - taking us past $250M in ARR. Bring your drive - and help turn great ideas into real, working products.
What You'll Do

  • Build and close a $1M+ annual book of business with high-growth tech companies
  • Lead discovery and sales conversations focused on outcomes
  • Collaborate with product and engineering experts to turn client goals into clear execution paths.
  • Use AI tools and automation to streamline outreach and insights
  • Contribute to brand visibility by engaging in VC/startup events and ecosystem activity
  • Maintain clean pipeline data and bring a mindset of continuous improvement

What You Bring
  • 5+ years of experience in B2B sales, tech sales, or talent/recruitment sales
  • Proven ability to self-source and close complex deals
  • Confident working with technical and executive stakeholders
  • Strong grasp of product development and how fast-moving companies scale
  • Highly autonomous, outcome-focused, and energized by growth
  • Experience with modern GTM tooling and AI-powered sales workflows
  • A builder's mindset - you move with urgency, clarity, and accountability

Compensation
Base Salary: $80,000 - $120,000. On Target Earnings: $200,000 (base + bonuses)
What You'll Get
  • OTE: $200K+ (Base: $80K-$120K + commission)
  • 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance (including family plans)
  • Ongoing sales training, mentorship, and career development
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Generous PTO + floating holidays + winter break
  • Peloton membership + wellness perks
  • Pet-friendly office + regular events and startup energy

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?
  • Partner with top tech companies at the forefront of change
  • Sell solutions rooted in real technical depth and execution
  • Use modern tools to work smarter
  • Join a team that's scaling with clarity, autonomy, and purpose