Director of Business Development

About Sentient

At Sentient, we’re pioneering the decentralized artificial general intelligence (AGI) frontier, breaking free from the constraints of centralized AI models. Our cutting-edge platform is designed to democratize AI development, empowering communities to collaboratively train and control AI models in a truly open and accessible ecosystem.

Fueled by our expertise in distributed systems, cryptography, and AI, we’re building a game-changing environment that fosters open-source development and ensures fair value distribution. Say goodbye to the monopolies of the past – Sentient’s decentralized network promotes model composability and adherence to our foundational principles of transparency, trust, and inclusivity.

Imagine being part of a team that’s shaping the future of AGI, where innovation knows no boundaries, and the collective intelligence of global communities drives progress. Join us on this exhilarating journey as we redefine the AI landscape, unleashing the full potential of trustless, decentralized AGI.

Sentient is backed by leading Silicon Valley venture capital firms including Founders’ Fund and founded by top AI academics and protocol founders.

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Responsibilities

• Market Intelligence: Develop a deep understanding of the evolving machine learning industry, including trends in the application layer, research, hardware, and regulatory landscapes.
• Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key organizations, protocols, advocating for Sentient’s interests and promoting collaboration in the decentralized AI space.
• Feedback Integration: Serve as a liaison between the market and our product/ecosystem teams, ensuring relevant insights are communicated and leveraged to enhance our offerings.
• Acquisition Strategy Ownership: Take charge of the acquisition strategy, focusing on either the demand side (ML researchers and engineers) or the supply side (hardware owner/operators), and drive initiatives that align with Sentient’s growth objectives.

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Qualifications

• Have strong relationships with various protocols within the Web3 and AI space
• Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields, with a deep understanding of blockchain and AI technologies.
• Strong experience in machine learning, including programming in libraries like PyTorch/Tensorflow and a good understanding of the crypto landscape, especially in model development and governance.
• Proven track record in pre/alpha product-stage GTM/sales, preferably in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Demonstrated ability to sell products directly to developers, with a deep empathy for their needs and challenges.
• High self-motivation, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working in an applied research environment, capable of managing high autonomy and navigating unpredictable timelines.

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Why Join Sentient

• Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of decentralized AGI.
• Work in an innovative, open-source environment where your contributions directly impact the development and accessibility of AI technologies.
• Collaborate with leading experts in AI, cryptography, and decentralized systems.
• Thrive in a culture that values transparency, trust, and inclusivity.
• Engage with a global community of thinkers and innovators dedicated to redefining the AI landscape.