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Senior Manager of Business Development

Aeva

Job Location:

Mountain View, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 163200 - 199331

Posted: 7 August 2026 (3 days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Sales

Job Summary

Aevas mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics consumer electronics consumer health security and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Business Development leader to drive our growth in industrial automation precision manufacturing and factory automation markets. This role requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in laser displacement technology and high-precision sensing solutions for industrial applications. You will define market strategies build key partnerships and drive product adoption working closely with engineering sales and marketing teams.

What youll be doing:

Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for Aevas laser displacement and high-precision sensing solutions in industrial automation.
Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with OEMs system integrators and key industry players.
Lead business development efforts to expand Aevas presence in manufacturing robotics and industrial automation sectors.
Responsible for sales and business development of new products to large-scale commercial orders.
Shape product positioning and messaging to effectively communicate Aevas value proposition in precision measurement and automation.
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to define customer needs market requirements and product roadmaps.
Represent Aeva at industry conferences and trade shows positioning the company as a leader in high-precision sensing technology.
Secure and develop customer relationships successfully to production.

What youll have:

Deep technical understanding of laser displacement sensors LiDAR 3D camera line-scanner and other high-precision measurement technologies used in manufacturing and robotics.
Well connected in the industrial automation market
Proven track record of developing and executing successful go-to-market strategies for high-tech industrial products.
Strong network within industrial automation factory automation and high-precision measurement industries.
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering sales and product management teams.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders.
Background in optics photonics or semiconductor-based sensing technologies.

Prior experience working with robotics metrology or machine vision companies.
Experience scaling business operations in a high-growth startup environment.
Technical degree (Physics Engineering or related) with an MBA preferred.

$163200 - $199331 a year

Salary pay ranges are determined by role level and location. Within the range the successful candidates starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills experience certifications qualifications relevant education or training and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future. Depending on the position offered equity bonus and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts 401k plan life and disability benefits flexible time off paid parental leave and 11 paid holidays annually.

Aeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

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