Full-Time
Business Development Representative
Posted on 10/3/2025
CertifID
51-200 employees
Identity-verified real estate fund transfers
No salary listed
Austin, TX, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid role with on-site obligations in Austin, TX; details on schedule not specified in posting.
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- Self motivated, curious, and energetic, with the desire to advance a career in sales or marketing. Grit and accountability go a long way in this role!
- Technical aptitude to master our tech stack; Salesforce, Gong, Hubspot, LinkedIn etc.
- Willingness to stretch and learn new skills
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving, analytical skills, with the ability to understand and leverage data in sales strategies.
- Excellent written & verbal communication and interpersonal skills..Ability to manage time effectively.
- Flexibility and adaptability to change
- Collaborative mentality by prioritizing ‘we’ and not focusing on ‘me’. The ability to foster a culture of collaboration with fellow Sales team members is critical.
- Pipeline Generation: Focus on qualifying high-potential prospects that align with the Ideal Customer Profile and drive them through the sales funnel to create a pipeline of qualified opportunities. This includes conducting outbound prospecting through cold emails and phone calls to generate new business opportunities.
- Lead Conversion: Convert inbound leads from various channels such as events, webinars, and marketing campaigns into scheduled demos or sales meetings.
- Sales Support: Collaborate with Account Executives by conducting research and outreach to key contacts within target accounts, helping to uncover additional insights and opportunities.
- Lead Nurturing: Support lead generation activities by engaging early-stage leads and following up with relevant content, ensuring leads are effectively nurtured and moved towards conversion.
CertifID helps real estate professionals prevent wire fraud in property transactions by providing a digital platform that validates the identities of everyone involved and securely shares wiring instructions. It works by connecting title companies, escrow officers, agents, and clients to confirm who they’re dealing with and transmit safe bank details within existing workflows. It differentiates itself by focusing specifically on the real estate funding process and offering ongoing fraud-trend updates, demos, and a network of title company partners. Its goal is to reduce wire-fraud risk, protect funds, and streamline closings for real estate professionals and their clients.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$81M
Headquarters
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Raised $47.5M Series C in July 2025 led by Centana Growth Partners.
- Blocked $285M fraud in 2025 and recovered $126M for victims.
- Appointed CPO Josh Linn from Socure and CMO Liz Conn from Sayari.
What critics are saying
- AI deepfakes bypass 150 fraud markers in BEC attacks within 12 months.
- Fannie Mae mandates blockchain payoffs by Q4 2026, obsoleting PayoffProtect.
- GuardhouseID captures 30% title market via superior biometrics in 12 months.
What makes CertifID unique
- CertifID analyzes 150+ fraud markers using device verification and multi-factor authentication.
- PayoffProtect automates validation of 5,000+ mortgage servicers like Mr. Cooper.
- Acquired Paymints.io to integrate secure digital payments in real estate.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Company Equity
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program
Parental Leave
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 4%1 year growth
↑ 3%2 year growth
↑ 3%CertifID, a wire fraud protection platform for real estate, has appointed Josh Linn as Chief Product Officer and Liz Conn as Chief Marketing Officer following its $47.5 million Series C round led by Centana Growth Partners. The company has blocked over $285 million in confirmed fraudulent transactions in 2025, verified over 1.5 million mortgage payoffs, and returned more than $126 million to fraud victims to date. Linn brings over 20 years of experience in banking, payments and identity verification, most recently from Socure. He will lead product, design and data strategy. Conn joins from Sayari, where she served as SVP of Marketing, and will drive brand awareness around wire fraud threats. The appointments support CertifID's expansion as wire fraud sophistication increases in the AI era.
CertifID, the leading wire fraud protection platform for the real estate industry, today announced a $47.5 million Series C funding round led by Centana Grow...
CertifID, a Grand Rapids, MI-based provider of a wire fraud protection platform for the real estate industry, raised $47.5M in Series C funding.
CertifID has secured Series C funding to enhance its security capabilities against rising fraud risks, particularly those fueled by AI. The company, which has prevented $1.3 billion in potential losses and verified over 1 million mortgage payoffs, aims to innovate further in fraud prevention. Its platform is used by title companies, law firms, mortgage lenders, and real estate agents for identity verification and transaction monitoring. CertifID has also returned over $100 million to fraud victims.
CertifID has secured $47.5 million in a Series C funding round led by Centana Growth Partners, with continued support from Arthur Ventures. The funds will be used to enhance CertifID's identity verification, transaction monitoring, and secure payment capabilities. The company also aims to expand its team, speed up product development, and increase industry partnerships.