Sales Development Representative (SDR)

SV Academy; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training through bootcamp

Paid residency

Professional development and mentorship

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

SV Academy in Austin, Texas is looking for a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their program designed for individuals interested in tech sales. The position includes a 2-week bootcamp followed by a 90-day residency with employer partners, focusing on core sales skills and real-world experience. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, adaptability, and a readiness to engage in outbound prospecting. Benefits include comprehensive training, potential full-time placement, and a supportive alumni network.

Qualifications

• Interest in starting a career in tech sales (SDR/BDR roles).
• Comfort with cold calling and outbound outreach.
• Professional proficiency in English.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive 2-week bootcamp training program.
• Engage in a 90-day residency performing daily SDR activities.
• Conduct outbound prospecting and cold calling.
• Follow up on inbound leads and nurture relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Cold calling

CRM tools knowledge

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

ZoomInfo

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Sales engagement platforms

Job description

SV Academy is a leading career accelerator dedicated to launching successful careers in tech sales and customer success. Through an instructor-led bootcamp and a paid residency with our employer partners, we empower individuals to enter the fast-paced world of Information Technology and Services.

As a Sales Development Representative (SDR), you will embark on a structured program designed to build foundational skills and real-world experience. The role begins with a 2‑week intensive bootcamp, followed by a 90‑day residency where you will apply your training in a professional environment with one of our partner companies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Participate in a comprehensive 2‑week bootcamp training program to develop core SDR skills
• Engage in a 90‑day residency with an employer partner, performing daily SDR activities
• Conduct outbound prospecting and cold calling to generate new business opportunities
• Follow up on inbound leads and nurture relationships with potential customers
• Utilize common SDR tools such as CRM systems, sales engagement platforms, and prospecting tools
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a dynamic sales environment
• Collaborate with team members and embrace feedback to continuously improve performance

Requirements

• Interest in starting a career in tech sales (SDR/BDR roles)
• Comfort with cold calling and outbound outreach
• Willingness and ability to learn common SDR tools such as CRM systems (Salesforce or HubSpot), sales engagement platforms (Outreach or Salesloft), prospecting tools (ZoomInfo), dialers, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• Interest in working in a tech sales context within Information Technology and Services
• Experience in a customer-facing role requiring strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional proficiency in English
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with outbound prospecting and inbound lead follow‑up

Benefits

• Comprehensive training through a 2‑week bootcamp to build foundational tech sales skills
• Paid 90‑day residency with an employer partner, offering real-world SDR experience
• Hybrid work environment in Austin, TX with opportunities for in‑person collaboration
• Professional development and mentorship from experienced sales leaders
• Potential for full‑time placement with partner companies upon successful completion of the program
• Access to a supportive alumni network and ongoing career resources
• Paid time off and holidays in accordance with local standards
• Health insurance and retirement benefits aligned with industry norms for entry‑level roles