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Life360 · 8 hours ago

Director, Business Development Program Management

Life360 is a company focused on keeping people connected through their mobile app and tracking devices. The Director of Business Development Program Management will oversee the execution and operationalization of partnerships, ensuring successful collaboration across teams to drive high-impact results.

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Responsibilities

Architect BD Operations: Assist in building and scaling a high-performing business development function. Collaborate with key stakeholders to design and roll out the internal processes, playbooks, service levels, templates, systems, etc., to assess, negotiate, close, track, and manage the performance of Life360 partnerships
Cross-Functional Scoping and Opportunity Assessment: Partner with BD Leads and key stakeholders to scope and assess incoming partner opportunities, including business cases, prioritization frameworks, and performance targets
End-to-End Deal Execution and Stakeholder Orchestration: Lead the program management of complex deals from mid-stage negotiation through to final closing – ensuring the right stakeholders are in the room, decision-making is streamlined, and key risks are identified and mitigated
Post-Signing Integration & Delivery: Act as the primary lead for post-deal (non-technical) integration, alongside the BD Leads and the Technical Program Manager. Assist in translating contractual milestones into actionable workstreams to ensure teams are resourced and timelines are met. Conduct regular partnership reviews, including performance assessments at both a partner and program level
Launch an External Facing Partner Program: Design, roll out, and scale our Partner Program in collaboration with key stakeholders – accelerating Life360’s value proposition to both users and partners

Qualification

Business Development Program ManagementTechnical Program ManagementProduct ManagementOperational FrameworksComplex Project ManagementTechnical FluencyHigh InfluenceLow Ego

Required

10+ years of experience in Business Development Program Management and/or Operations
Experience in Technical Program Management and/or Product Management is also valued
Vertical focus within a high-growth consumer tech/mobile or hardware/software ecosystem is preferred
You have a proven track record of managing complex projects that involve technical integrations, product roadmaps, and external partner management
You have experience creating operational frameworks from scratch that improve efficiency and cross-functional harmony
You are comfortable speaking with engineers, designers, and technical program managers about APIs, SDKs, and UI flows, can recognize risks, and can translate those technical needs into business impact for stakeholders
You can zoom out to see the 30,000-foot strategic goal and also zoom in to manage the granular milestones of a contract
You are an expert at leading through influence, navigating ambiguity, and bringing disparate teams together to achieve a common goal

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans (100% paid for employees)
401(k) plan with company matching program
Mental Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible PTO, 13 company-wide days off, and paid Holiday Shutdown
Learning & Development programs
Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a remote environment
Free Life360 Platinum Membership and Free Tile products

Company

Life360 creates a mobile app for families that helps families feel closer together.

H1B Sponsorship

Life360 has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (15)
2024 (22)
2023 (17)
2022 (21)
2021 (17)
2020 (7)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$460.24M
Key Investors
Bryant Stibel InvestmentsRegal Funds ManagementDCM Ventures
2025-06-03Post Ipo Debt· $320M
2022-11-21Post Ipo Equity· $33.04M
2021-06-29Post Ipo Equity· $2.1M

Leadership Team

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Chris Hulls
Co-Founder and Executive Chairman
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Justin Moore
Chief Technology Officer
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