We are seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to drive growth in our Physical AI business. This role combines business development with strategic partner ecosystem development, requiring both sales acumen and collaborative relationship management.
Primary Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales
- Identify and pursue new market opportunities in the Physical AI space
- Develop and execute strategic account plans for target customers
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers
- Achieve revenue targets and go to market milestones
- Prepare proposals, presentations, contracts and commercial negotiations
- Conduct market analysis and competitive intelligence
Partner Development
- Identify and qualify potential strategic partners (technology, distribution, hardware development, software frameworks, models and applications)
- Negotiate partnership agreements and terms
- Develop co-marketing strategies and joint go-to-market initiatives
- Serve as primary point of contact for key partners
Ecosystem Development
- Map and understand the Physical AI ecosystem landscape, identify ecosystem gaps and opportunities
- Build collaboration between internal teams and external partners
- Build and cultivate a community of software developers, integrators, and application developers
- Establish partner enablement programs (training, certification, resources)
- Manage partner performance
Strategic Initiatives
- Contribute to overall business strategy and market positioning
- Identify adjacent market opportunities and potential acquisitions
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies
- Prepare business case analyses and recommendations to leadership
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of business development, sales, eco-system development or related experience
- Proven track record of closing deals and exceeding targets
- Experience in B2B technology, hardware and software sales with focus on ARR
- Experience building and managing partner networks
- Strategic thinking with ability to execute tactically
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in AI, robotics, automation, modeling, autonomous vehicles or related fields
- Experience in ecosystem or platform business models
- Knowledge of distribution channels in semiconductor based products
- Track record building developer communities
Key Competencies
- Strategic relationship building and influence
- Negotiation and deal-making
- Market analysis and business acumen
- Communication and presentation skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with attention to detail
- Cross-functional collaboration
Success Metrics
- Revenue targets and pipeline development
- Number and quality of new partnerships and engagements
- Market share growth in target segments
- Ecosystem community engagement levels
- Strategic initiatives completion
Expected Salary Range
$193,000.00 - $319,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
Skills Required
- 10+ years of business development, sales, ecosystem development or related experience
- Proven track record of closing deals and exceeding targets
- Experience in B2B technology, hardware and software sales with focus on ARR
- Experience building and managing partner networks
- Strategic thinking with ability to execute tactically
GlobalFoundries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GlobalFoundries and has not been reviewed or approved by GlobalFoundries.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support is presented as a meaningful part of the package. Wellness programs and an Employee Assistance Program add to the sense of broad health coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with matching from day one and access to an employee stock purchase program are positioned as notable financial benefits. Retirement provisions are repeatedly framed as a strong counterweight to other compensation concerns.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous, including high annual vacation accrual, dedicated sick time, and additional personal days. Extended paid parental leave frameworks are also outlined as a substantial leave benefit.
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What We Do
GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design, development, and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers. For more information, visit www.gf.com. GlobalFoundries is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V).#CB
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