Client Director

Course

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Course is building a strong Bay Area presence in data centers, AI-driven companies, and niche hyperscale markets. We seek a Sales Professional to spearhead expansion, leveraging existing relationships and a hands-on approach to market penetration.

The role requires deep industry knowledge, a proven track record in growth, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Join us to lead revenue growth in a strategic, transformative initiative.

Qualifications

  • Deep industry expertise in data centers, AI infrastructure, and optical networking.
  • Strong network and relationships with Bay Area customers and partners.
  • Proven experience scaling a business from hands-on to mature operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic market development targeting Tier 2 & 3 data centers and AI ecosystem companies.
  • Develop and execute market expansion strategies to capture share and drive revenue growth.
  • Manage relationships with key decision-makers and engineering contacts within target companies.
  • Differentiate our value proposition in a rapidly growing AI and optics market.
  • Own and drive the division’s revenue plan with aggressive growth targets.

Skills

Data center expertise
AI infrastructure
Optical networking
Bay Area market knowledge

Job description

We are making a strategic investment in building a strong presence in the Bay Area, targeting Tier 2 & 3 data centers, AI-driven companies, and niche hyperscale’s. Our mission is to establish a high-performing division that competes aggressively in the machine learning and optics market, leveraging our speed, flexibility, and ability to manage complexity.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and well-connected Sales Professional to spearhead our expansion and drive market penetration. This is an individual contributor role, requiring a hands-on approach to leverage existing customer relationships and establish our market position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Market Development: Lead the charge in targeting Tier 2 & 3 data centers, AI ecosystem companies, and niche hyperscale’s.
  • Market Expansion & Revenue Growth: Develop and execute strategies to capture a significant share of the attainable market by leveraging competitive advantages, driving customer acquisition, and positioning the company for sustained growth in the industry.
  • Sales & Customer Engagement: Leverage and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, sales teams, and engineering contacts within the target companies.
  • Competitive Positioning: Differentiate our value proposition in a rapidly growing AI and optics market, identifying opportunities to outpace competitors.
  • Revenue & Performance Accountability: Own and execute the division’s revenue plan, ensuring aggressive growth targets are met or exceeded.

What We’re Looking For

  • Deep industry expertise in data centers, AI infrastructure, and optical networking with a proven track record of success in the Bay Area market.
  • Strong network and relationships with key customers and partners within Tier 2 & 3 data centers and AI-focused companies.
  • Proven experience in scaling a business, from an initial hands-on phase to full operational maturity.
  • Strategic thinker & executor who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Ability to navigate complexity and drive results, leveraging our company’s core strengths of speed, flexibility, and technical expertise.
  • Sales & business development leadership with experience managing high-value accounts and large-scale revenue growth.

Why Join Us?

  • Huge Market Opportunity: A $5B TAM in Silicon Valley for fiber optic transceivers.
  • Fast-Growing Segment: AI and machine learning-driven optics are expanding rapidly, and we are positioned to take a major share.
  • Proven Success & Strong Backing: We have consistently outperformed our competition and are ready to dominate this space with the right leadership.
  • High-Impact Role: Be part of a transformational growth story and build a thriving business from the ground up.

If you are a visionary business leader with a passion for technology, sales, and market disruption, we want to hear from you. Apply today to lead our expansion in the Bay Area’s booming AI and data center ecosystem!

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