Business Development (Frontier-tech Focus)
Responsibilities
Business Development (BD)
Develop partnerships with companies in the space technology and quantum computing sectors through collaborations like co-hosted events and platform integration.
Cultivate relationships with communities in the space technology and quantum computing sectors to promote the use of our platform for hackathons and project submissions.
Implement business development strategies to establish enduring partnerships with leading frontier tech organizations and communities in support of hackathon/grant programs.
Event Design and Execution
Manage the planning and execution of hackathons and grant programs in frontier tech, including promotion, recruitment of participants, and facilitation of community engagement.
Organize frontier tech workshops, focusing on event planning, topic selection, and securing industry experts as speakers.
Industry Research and Insights
Engage in ongoing research on space technology and quantum computing industries to stay informed on trends, advancements, and market needs for event planning and business development.
Generate regular industry research reports to provide insightful information for internal teams and partners.
Industry Event Participation
Represent the company at conferences and industry events in the frontier tech domain to expand professional connections and bolster the company’s presence in the industry.
Requirements
- Possess strong research skills in quantum computing and related fields, with expertise in technological advancements, market trends, and industry dynamics.
- Demonstrated interest in the space technology sector and a familiarity with its technologies and market landscape are desirable.
- Background in STEM fields, with a solid technical foundation. Preferably holds degrees in computer science, physics, electrical engineering, or related disciplines.
- Excellent communication skills for driving collaboration opportunities to fruition.
- Previous experience working with tech companies, developer communities, or similar organizations is highly beneficial.
- Proficient in organizing hackathons, workshops, or similar events with end-to-end project management capabilities.
- Existing network connections in the frontier tech sphere, particularly in quantum computing or space technology sectors, are advantageous.