Description
Trusted by more startups around the world, AWS makes the power of cloud computing accessible for all by giving founders everywhere access to the same technology that powers the world’s largest companies. With nearly 20 years of experience gained from supporting hundreds of thousands of startups that have come before, we help founders prove that their world-changing ideas are possible, at any stage of growth or level of funding. This is why more startups, and over 80% of unicorns, build on AWS.
As the Head of Startup Business Development - Middle East, North Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa within AWS, you will have an exciting opportunity to shape and make an impact on the best startups in this market. Your responsibilities will include managing a team of business development managers to drive AWS adoption and market penetration in startups while building strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem, including investors, accelerators, and incubators.
The ideal candidate will possess both a sound business background and experience that enables them to effectively interact at the CxO/VP-level startup executives, as well as a technical background that allows them to effectively engage with CTOs and software developers. They should also have a demonstrated ability to think strategically and analytically about business, products, and technical challenges, with the ability to build and convey compelling value propositions, and work cross-organizationally. They will also possess a passion for new and emerging technologies and how they can shape the future.
Key job responsibilities
A day in the life
On a daily basis, you will lead a talented team of business development managers by supporting them as they nurture and grow their portfolio of startups and investors they work with. Being customer obsessed, you will leverage insights from your team and direct feedback from customers/partners to apply critical thinking to develop strategy. You'll help coach your team to win the hearts and minds of the best startups through our differentiated value proposition.
About The Team
You’ll collaborate with a team of former startup founders and executives, CTOs, and investors with strong backgrounds who are passionate about startups and technology. This is a thriving environment to learn and leverage your network across builders.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Company - Amazon Web Services EMEA Dubai FZ Branch
Job ID: A2771126