Head of BD

The role

The Business Development Lead will identify and grow high-leverage partnerships to accelerate the adoption of next-generation intelligence systems. This person will shape how Gradient interfaces with research institutions, infrastructure platforms, and technology partners.

What you will do

• Lead outreach and deal-making with aligned partners and collaborators
• Structure partnerships that support product direction and community growth
• Design systems and materials for scalable, repeatable BD efforts
• Represent Gradient in external conversations and industry forums
• Collaborate closely with product and marketing to align strategic goals

Required qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in BD, strategic partnerships, or similar roles
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Deep curiosity about AI infrastructure and long-term innovation

Nice to have

• experience working across complex stakeholder groups or technical ecosystems

About the company

Gradient is building the world’s first fully AI runtime, a sovereign, peer-powered infrastructure. The company recently completed a $10M seed funding round led by Pantera Capital and Multicoin Capital.