Full-Time

Account Executive

Posted on 9/9/2025

Transfr

Transfr

201-500 employees

VR-based training programs for workforce upskilling

Compensation Overview

$90k - $110k/yr

+ Commission + Stock Options + Paid Vacation + Sick Time + Health Benefits

No H1B Sponsorship

Houston, TX, USA

Remote

Candidates must be based in Texas.

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Hubspot
Word/Pages/Docs
Salesforce
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience carrying a personal sales quota.
  • Proven experience in exceeding quarterly and annual sales targets.
  • Experience in B2B SaaS, preferably Higher Education. Government experience is a plus.
  • Proven track record of long-term customer retention.
  • Consultative sales experience and managing complex sales cycles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with CRM tools such as HubSpot and Salesforce.
  • Experience with Google Docs tools and software.
  • Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality experience are a plus.
Responsibilities
  • This is a business development/hunting role where you will be expected to find creative ways to share TRANSFR’s vision with organizations in your territory/geographic region.
  • Prospect, educate, qualify and develop opportunities in new key accounts.
  • Create compelling proposals based on value propositions that align with customer needs.
  • Work with customers over time to identify and develop additional upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
  • Produce analysis comparing job market needs to misalignment with existing training infrastructure.
  • Work with the Marketing team to develop and execute campaigns and provide feedback to maximize their impact.
  • Engage in the contracting process post signature including support to contract integration, change management, governance activities, up-sales and renegotiations.
  • Treat inbound inquiries with extreme importance and a long-range mindset.
  • Develop deal timelines and ensure that we meet deal milestones and deadlines, regularly updating activity in our CRM system.
  • Consultative and relationship building individuals who are willing to take the time to understand our customers’ pain points, articulate value, and identify early adopters.
  • Collect insights from users and potential users for our product development process.
  • Own opportunities from start-to-finish, as our team is small and growing.
Desired Qualifications
  • Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality experience are a plus.

Transfr offers VR-based training programs to help students, workers, and job seekers gain hands-on experience for high-demand fields. It creates realistic job simulations that let learners practice real-world tasks without being on site. Revenue comes from subscription or licensing of the VR training solutions to schools, businesses, and government agencies. What sets Transfr apart is its focus on immersive, practical skill-building and its partnerships with education, industry, and public sector organizations to scale workforce development. The goal is to connect learners with well-paying jobs by upskilling through accessible, job-focused simulations and pathways.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$88.1M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Transfr Train pilots achieved 55% job placement increase since October 2025 launch.
  • Fast Company named Transfr Most Innovative Company 2024 for VR training.
  • New executives Autumn Taylor and Ron Peele joined in 2024 to accelerate growth.

What critics are saying

  • VR headset costs block adoption in budget-constrained schools within 12 months.
  • LMS gaps limit access beyond Canvas until 2025 school year end.
  • Strivr commoditizes simulations, eroding moat in 12-24 months.

What makes Transfr unique

  • Transfr Train integrates 330 VR simulations with virtual coaching and digital badging.
  • Virtual coach delivers strategic feedback for skill mastery in 8 industries.
  • Transfr Trek enables mobile career exploration for 150 occupations without new hardware.

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Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Generous parental leave

401(k)

Health, Dental & Vision

Promote From Within

Company Outings

Company Equity

Paid Sick Days

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
EdTech Innovation Hub
Oct 22nd, 2025
Transfr launches new XR-based training programs to support immersive career development

Transfr launches new xr-based training programs to support immersive career development. Transfr, a workplace education provider, has launched Transfr Train, an xr-based career training program. Transfr Train offers immersive career training and resources that combine more than 330 VR simulations, online learning, digital badging, and interactive virtual coaching. "Millions of Americans possess the potential and work ethic to succeed, yet face a critical systems gap that leaves them shut out of today's rapidly evolving workforce," says Bharani Rajakumar, Founder and CEO at Transfr. "While job seekers submit hundreds of applications and employers struggle to find qualified talent, the disconnect isn't a lack of ability - it's the absence of clear pathways connecting education to employment. With the launch of Transfr Train and platform enhancements like financial literacy, we're expanding our comprehensive career mobility system to support the talent infrastructure America needs to guide learners from curiosity to career confidence." Early implementation of Transfr's training programs have already increased students' career readiness and confidence. One pilot scheme reported a 55 percent increase in job placement rate for students. "Transfr prepares students for an apprenticeship - it's like giving them a leg up," adds Mike White, Training Director for the Missouri & Kansas Laborers Training Center - a beta user of the Transfr Construction Laborer Pre-Employment Program. "I would believe that someone who went through this program would have more success because of not what they've learned through the online training, but also the simulations...and it sets them apart from others who have not been through this program." The EdTech Innovation Hub Awards celebrate excellence in global education technology, with a particular focus on workforce development, AI integration, and innovative learning solutions across all stages of education. Now open for entries, the ETIH innovation Awards 2026 recognize the companies, platforms, and individuals driving transformation in the sector, from ai-driven assessment tools and personalized learning systems, to upskilling solutions and digital platforms that connect learners with real-world outcomes. Submissions are open to organizations across the UK, the Americas, and internationally. Entries should highlight measurable impact, whether in K - 12 classrooms, higher education institutions, or lifelong learning settings. Winners will be announced on 14 January 2026 as part of an online showcase featuring expert commentary on emerging trends and standout innovation. All winners and finalists will also be featured in our first print magazine, to be distributed at BETT 2026.

EdTech Innovation Hub
Mar 28th, 2025
MDI and Transfr bring virtual reality career training to Minnesotans with disabilities

Minnesota-based manufacturer and social enterprise MDI has partnered with workforce education provider Transfr to deliver virtual reality career exploration and training for disabled people.

Yahoo
Mar 5th, 2025
Arc Otsego offers virtual reality training

The Arc Otsego has announced the launch of a partnership with Transfr and its virtual reality-based career exploration and and skills training solutions.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 13th, 2024
Transfr Ranks No. 106 on the 2024 Inc. 5000

Transfr ranks No. 106 on the 2024 Inc. 5000.

The Daily Telegram
Jun 12th, 2024
Free Career Camp offers the latest in career exploration for teens and young adults

Michigan Works Southeast recently acquired Transfr virtual reality headsets that allow users to experience different career activities, the release said.

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