Talent.com
Senior Partner Manager, Venture Capital (Cloud & AI Infra)

Senior Partner Manager, Venture Capital (Cloud & AI Infra)

LavendoSan Francisco, CA, US
job_description.job_card.variable_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Senior Partner Manager, Venture Capital

Our client is at the forefront of the AI revolution, providing cutting-edge infrastructure that's reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence. They offer an AI-centric cloud platform that empowers Fortune 500 companies, top-tier innovative startups, and AI researchers to drive breakthroughs in AI.

Their mission is to democratize access to world-class AI infrastructure, enabling organizations of all sizes to bring their bold AI ambitions to life. At the core of their success is a culture that celebrates creativity, embraces challenges, and thrives on collaboration.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Partner Manager, Venture Capital, you will take ownership of building and managing relationships with leading U.S. venture capital firms, accelerators, and startup networks. This is a high-visibility role where you will directly impact startup adoption of the cloud platform and help position our client as the partner of choice for AI-native companies.

You will be both strategist and executor : driving growth in the startup pipeline, shaping partnership initiatives, and fostering a thriving ecosystem that accelerates AI businesses in the U.S.

What You'll Do

  • Build and manage partnerships with leading VC firms, accelerators, and startup ecosystem partners.
  • Act as a trusted representative, educating VCs on our client's infrastructure capabilities and market differentiation.
  • Source, qualify, and onboard high-potential AI startups from VC and accelerator networks.
  • Design and execute value-added initiatives (e.g., joint programs, GTM resources, case studies) to drive adoption.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding, engagement, and long-term VC-referred client success.
  • Track and report on key KPIs, including startup acquisition, activation, and revenue impact.
  • Champion the voice of the VC and startup community to shape strategy and offerings.

What You Bring

  • 7+ years in partnerships, business development, or sales, with 5 years in VC / startup ecosystems
  • Strong network in venture capital and startup ecosystems
  • Proven track record of driving pipeline growth and ecosystem partnerships
  • Familiarity with AI, ML, and cloud infrastructure offerings
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
  • CRM proficiency (HubSpot / Salesforce)
  • Bonus : Direct VC / accelerator / founder experience, hands-on AI / cloud sales / partnerships expertise
  • Bonus : Established U.S. VC network
  • Bonus : Deep AI infra / ML startup needs understanding
  • Key Attributes to Success

  • Passion for AI and transformative technologies
  • Exceptional networking skills
  • Entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset
  • Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a constantly changing startup environment
  • Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
  • Comfortable working with an international team and diverse client base
  • Why Join?

  • On-target earnings (OTE) : $215,000 - $275,000 + equity based on your experience
  • Full medical benefits : 100% coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Stock options plan
  • 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
  • PTO and paid holidays, parental leave
  • Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage
  • Flexible remote work environment
  • Attend top-tier industry events to expand your professional network
  • Startup culture with stability : excitement and innovation of a startup backed by the resources of an established company
  • Make a real impact and play a key role in shaping the adoption of AI, democratizing access to AI infrastructure, and enabling businesses to push the boundaries of what's possible with artificial intelligence
  • Interviewing Process

  • HR screening
  • Level 1 - Virtual interview with Hiring Manager
  • Level 2 - Virtual interview with Head of Venture Partnerships
  • Level 3 - Team member interview
  • Level 4 - CRO final round
  • Reference and Background Checks : conducted after successful interviews
  • Job Offer : provided to the selected candidate
  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Senior Manager Partner • San Francisco, CA, US

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Product Manager, Cloud

    Senior Product Manager, Cloud

    Cerebras SystemsSunnyvale, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs.Our novel wafer-scale architecture provides the AI compute power of dozens of GPUs on a single chip, with the programm...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Product Manager - Apple Cloud ML

    Senior Product Manager - Apple Cloud ML

    AppleCupertino, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Product Manager - Apple Cloud ML.Imagine what you could do here.At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly.Bring passion and...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Startup Investor Manager, (VC or Angel), AWS Worldwide Startups

    Senior Startup Investor Manager, (VC or Angel), AWS Worldwide Startups

    AmazonPalo Alto, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Would you like to shape the future of cloud computing by identifying and working with the most promising early-stage startups and venture capital firms in [region]? Do you have the technical depth,...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Manager, Investor Relations

    Senior Manager, Investor Relations

    NVIDIASanta Clara, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Manager, Investor Relations.NVIDIA is the world leader in Accelerating Computing.We are passionate about four markets : Gaming, Automotive, Enterprise Graphics and HPC / Cloud Datacenters; in a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Manager, Enterprise Sales

    Senior Manager, Enterprise Sales

    CheckrSan Francisco, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Manager, Enterprise Sales.Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions.Established in 2014, Checkr's innovative technology and robust data platform help customers as...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Director, FP&A (Cloud AI Infrastructure)

    Director, FP&A (Cloud AI Infrastructure)

    FreshworksSan Mateo, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Director, FP&A (Cloud AI Infrastructure).Organizations everywhere struggle under the crushing costs and complexities of "solutions" that promise to simplify their lives. To create a better experienc...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Product Manager, Google Cloud

    Senior Product Manager, Google Cloud

    Google Inc.Sunnyvale, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Google, we put our users first.The world is always changing, so we need Product Managers who are continuously adapting and excited to work on products that affect millions of people every day.In...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Technology Partnerships Manager, Cortex

    Senior Technology Partnerships Manager, Cortex

    Palo Alto NetworksSanta Clara, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Technology Partnerships Manager, Cortex.Department : Business Development.Job Country : United States of America.At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission : .Being the cy...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Compute Partnerships Manager

    Compute Partnerships Manager

    The San Francisco Compute CompanySan Francisco, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Startups shouldn't be forced to buy a year's worth of compute time in order to get market rate and compute providers shouldn't go bankrupt because they can't fully book their clusters.At SF Compute...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Manager, Cloud Strategy and FinOps

    Senior Manager, Cloud Strategy and FinOps

    Palo Alto NetworksSanta Clara, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission : .Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. Our vision is a world where each day is safer a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Product Manager - Apple Cloud ML

    Senior Product Manager - Apple Cloud ML

    Apple Inc.Cupertino, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services.We are building AI / ML tools for a wide group of ML researchers and engineers that build amazing features that power Apple Services and ena...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Partner Development Manager

    Partner Development Manager

    TencentPalo Alto, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Cloud & Smart Industries Group (CSIG).CSIG is responsible for promoting the company's cloud and industry Internet strategy. CSIG explores the interactions between users and industries to create inno...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Startup Investor Manager, VC (or Angel), AWS Worldwide Startups

    Senior Startup Investor Manager, VC (or Angel), AWS Worldwide Startups

    AmazonPalo Alto, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Startup Investor Manager.Would you like to shape the future of cloud computing by identifying and working with the most promising early-stage startups and venture capital firms? Do you have ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA - Seattle / Palo Alto

    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA - Seattle / Palo Alto

    Mistral AIPalo Alto, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA - Seattle / Palo Alto.Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA - Seattle / Palo Alto.Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA - Seattle / Palo Alto. Strategic Cloud Partner Lead, USA -...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead - AWS

    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead - AWS

    Mistral AIPalo Alto, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Strategic Cloud Partner Lead - AWS.At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Partner Manager, Forward Deployed AI Solutions

    Senior Partner Manager, Forward Deployed AI Solutions

    PryonSan Francisco, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Partner Manager, Forward Deployed AI Solutions.San Francisco, CA / New York City / Washington, D.Business Development / Full Time / Hybrid. Pryon is seeking exceptional Strategic Partner Mana...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    iCloud Business Strategy Lead

    iCloud Business Strategy Lead

    AppleCupertino, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Cupertino, California, United States.The iCloud Business team is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking business lead to support the long-term growth strategy of our organization.We're looking for ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Manager, AI Partnerships

    Senior Manager, AI Partnerships

    VisaSan Francisco, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
    Senior Manager, AI Partnerships.Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30