HP · 2 hours ago
AI Software Business Development Manager
Palo Alto, California, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $205K/yr
10+ years expHP is a high-growth company focused on delivering innovative solutions for enterprise, mid-market, and SMB customers. The AI Software Business Development Manager will build relationships with top software companies, influence strategic plans, and negotiate new business models to drive the AI PC agenda and overall company growth.
ComputerConsumer ElectronicsHardwareIT InfrastructureSoftware
Responsibilities
Oversee targeted partner strategy and plans, managing across business, strategy, category/sales and technical teams within HP and at the partner
Develop strategies and establish relationships with AI leaders and executives
Devise a compelling value proposition that addresses partner and customer needs, evaluating key business drivers and potential risks
Negotiate new business models and manage marketing, distribution, and co-development agreements
Proven industry/vertical expertise to drive transformative use cases ideation for significant impact in how we work at an international level
Educate and engage with various stakeholders to effectively communicate partner and solution strategies, address challenges, and ensure cohesive execution strategies
Create partner opportunities and positions the organization early to guide strategy and contract requirements to align with organizational strengths, potentially leading to exclusivity, time to market, and differentiation opportunities
Educate and engage with various stakeholders to effectively communicate AI PC local inferencing strategies, address technical, resource, and go-to-market challenges
Nurture partner relationships both short and long term, consistently reinforcing the organization’s credibility through adept persuasion and educational interactions
Provide innovative solutions and integrate advanced technologies, theories, or techniques with a significant impact across disciplines, championing large projects for long-range goals
Be expert in the partner’s industry, understanding customer needs, dynamics and market trends relating to AI and the future of work
Qualification
Required
Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence
10+ years of experience in the computer/technology industry, including roles software product manager, consulting, business development/sales engineering, and management
Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to continuously innovate and stay ahead of market demands
Strong partnering skills, including proven experience with high-profile partners
Strong customer and partner communication skills, as well as the ability to influence CxO level and executive AI teams
Exceptional customer centric skills, understanding of use cases
Excellent program management and planning and organization skills
Strong business and technical acumen leveraging best practices with the ability to map technology capabilities to strategic business drivers
Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills to build credibility and distinction with external partners and customers, stakeholders and HP colleagues
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including;
4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave
Company
HP is a manufacturer and seller of personal computers, printers, computer hardwares, and business solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.25BKey Investors
U.S. Department of CommerceBerkshire Hathaway
2025-04-14Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-08-27Grant· $50M
2022-04-06Post Ipo Equity· $4.2B
Leadership Team
Alex Paranicas
Senior Director, Corporate Strategy
Andrew Bolwell
Chief Disrupter and Global Head of HP Tech Ventures
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