Business Development Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Business Development Lead (AI): Building strategic relationships within the San Francisco AI ecosystem to create new partnership opportunities with an accent on networking and outbound outreach. Focus on opening doors to AI labs and startups, navigating complex organizations, and converting introductions into concrete business deals.

Location: Must be based in San Francisco, California, United States (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a long-standing game development company known for creating some of the world's most-played games for over 25 years.

What you will do

• Build and manage relationships across the San Francisco AI community.
• Attend industry events, meetups, and conferences regularly to expand the network.
• Identify and engage high-value contacts at AI labs, startups, and adjacent companies.
• Create strategic introductions that lead to partnership and business development opportunities.
• Navigate complex organizations to identify and reach the right internal teams.
• Coordinate with leadership on target accounts, messaging, and priorities.

Requirements

• Must be deeply embedded in the San Francisco tech and AI scene.
• Experience in business development, partnerships, startup sales, or ecosystem roles.
• Ability to communicate technical AI concepts credibly with researchers and product teams.
• Strong proactive networking and outbound outreach skills with diligent follow-up.
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Monthly retainer payment.
• Performance-based upside and commissions.
• Opportunity to work with a founder-led, recognized Best Place to Work.
• Immediate start availability.