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Full-Time

Director or Senior Manager

Deal Desk

Posted on 5/1/2024

Skydio

Skydio

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous drones for data capture

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$144.5k - $182.5kAnnually

+ Equity + Incentives + Stipends

Senior, Expert

San Mateo, CA, USA

Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles.

Category
Project Management
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
NetSuite
Sales
Management
Salesforce
Marketing
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 5+ years of Deal Desk, Finance, Legal, or Sales Operations experience
  • Prior team lead or management experience
  • Previous experience successfully partnering with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Legal, Finance, and Manufacturing
  • Proficiency in SalesForce, SalesForce CPQ, Netsuite, and Microsoft Excel is required
  • Familiar with Hardware and SaaS revenue recognition and order processing principles
  • Experience in Federal and State & Local Government deal structuring and contracting
  • Experience working for a fast-paced technology company is a huge bonus
Responsibilities
  • Lead the deal desk team and order management team
  • Manages the day-to-day aspects of deal structuring, pricing, contract management, and order administration.
  • Become the subject matter expert for Skydio’s pricing models and product configurations to assist our Sales team with deal structuring and quoting support.
  • Work alongside Sales Operations, Legal, Product, and Product Marketing to ensure pricebooks, proposal templates, and order form templates are always up to date in SalesForce
  • Proactively drive initiatives that increase efficiencies in the Sales Process across Skydio’s four different sales segments (Enterprise, Federal, SLED, and International Sales)
  • Provide sales training and enablement of quote-to-cash processes

Skydio develops and produces autonomous drones, with a focus on the Skydio X10 model. This drone is designed for various industries, including defense and inspection services, and is equipped with advanced AI and high-resolution cameras that allow it to autonomously capture data. The Skydio X10's compact and modular design makes it portable, fitting easily into a backpack, which enhances its versatility for different applications. Skydio's business model includes selling these drones and offering services like Skydio Academy, which provides training for users, and regulatory assistance for clients needing waivers for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations. A unique feature of Skydio's drones is the Remote Flight Deck, enabling users to control and monitor the drone from a web browser, making it particularly useful for inspections in tight spaces and indoor environments. Skydio aims to provide high-quality data capture solutions that meet the needs of various sectors.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$939M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

49%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with companies like Axon and Aeroarc expand Skydio's market reach and enhance its technological capabilities.
  • The introduction of the Skydio X10D drone for defense and government applications demonstrates the company's ability to meet high-stakes, specialized needs.
  • Skydio's Skydio Academy and regulatory services add value by helping clients maximize the utility of their drones and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive drone technology market requires Skydio to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on defense and government contracts could expose Skydio to fluctuations in public sector spending and policy changes.

What makes Skydio unique

  • Skydio's focus on autonomous drones with advanced AI and high-resolution visual and thermal cameras sets it apart from competitors who may not offer the same level of technological sophistication.
  • The compact and modular design of the Skydio X10 drone, which fits in a backpack, provides unmatched portability and versatility for various use cases.
  • Skydio's Remote Flight Deck feature allows for browser-based control and monitoring, offering an extra layer of convenience and operational flexibility.

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Benefits

Child Care & Parental Leave - Family Medical Leave, Flexible Work Schedule, Generous Parental Leave

Health & Wellness Benefits - Dental Benefits, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Insurance Benefits, Life Insurance, Onsite Gym, Vision Benefits, Wellness Programs, Mental Health Benefits

Home Office Stipend for Remote Employees

401(K)

Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days

INACTIVE