Inception Regional Lead, DACH

NVIDIA; München; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology company is seeking a Startups Community Manager in Munich. This role involves managing partnerships with startups in the DACH region and driving adoption of NVIDIA solutions. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in startup ecosystems, proficiency in German, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position also requires project management abilities and a strong technical affinity. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Leistungen

Competitive salaries

Extensive benefits package

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in startup accelerators, incubators, or related management roles.
• Strong affinity for technology and technical subjects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Drive adoption of solutions by engaging with Inception members.
• Deliver program benefits and maintain data quality.
• Act as the voice of Inception members within NVIDIA.

Kenntnisse

Startup ecosystem development

Interpersonal skills

German language proficiency

Communication skills

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Jobbeschreibung

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We are looking for a Startups Community Manager to join NVIDIA Inception - a global program for AI startups that provides developer training and resources, valuable offers from NVIDIA and our partners, and preferred access to NVIDIA’s AI ecosystem. This program management role is for someone who is passionate about building and driving partnerships with startups and helping them grow on NVIDIA platforms. In this position you will be responsible for developing the ecosystem by recruiting and nurturing startups from all across the DACH region at scale. This person will report to the Europe Inception team Lead and will work closely with a sizable cross‑functional team within NVIDIA, including Developer Relations, Solutions Architects, Product Management, Sales and Marketing.

What you’ll be doing:

• Drive adoption of NVIDIA solutions to our Inception members by coordinating and running webinars, Open House, Ask‑Me‑Anything sessions, guide Inception members to relevant content and tools, educating them on NVIDIA’s tools and platforms, review all new program submissions and onboard new members into the program.
• Deliver and follow up on Inception members’ program benefits and support requests, maintain data quality and identify trends in the DACH startup ecosystem and share insights with the wider organization.
• Engage with third‑party partners, Venture Capitalists, and Accelerators to identify alignments and establish a path towards enabling their startup community.
• Act as the voice of NVIDIA Inception members, becoming a specialist in their needs and motivations. Develop a deep understanding of their goals, strategies, and both technical and business needs.

What we need to see:

• Minimum of 5+ years of working experience in related fields such as startup accelerators and incubators, executive or management positions at startups, platform ecosystem development at large technology companies or venture capital.
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.
• German language proficiency.
• A strong affinity for technology and technical subjects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; personable, friendly, and enjoy interacting with numerous people. This role will work with partners, NVIDIA internal teams, and hundreds, if not thousands, of startups. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Act as trusted advocates for NVIDIA to startups and players across the ecosystem.
• Curious, creative, and constantly thinking about how to improve processes.

Ways to stand out from the Crowd:

• Leads with proactive initiative and a focus on taking action, using excellent organizational and project management skills to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally 10% of the time or less.
• Have gathered proven experience in a certain industry or technology.
• Ability to bring in a professional network of founders, AI innovators, and investors. Worked at a top startup accelerator or corporate startup program running, building, and leading the startup community and portfolio companies.
• Enthusiasm for comprehending and taking ownership of metrics and analytics, with a proactive approach to measuring the efficiency and effectiveness of programs. NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades.

NVIDIA is at the forefront of breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, High‑Performance Computing, and Visualization. Our teams are composed of driven, innovative professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. We offer highly competitive salaries, an extensive benefits package, and a work environment that promotes diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a supportive and empowering workplace for all.