Carl Zeiss Pty Ltd is seeking a Manager, Technical Partner for a hybrid role based in the Bay Area, California. The position focuses on driving growth through strategic technology partnerships and requires extensive experience in technical business development within high-tech industries
Job Summary
The Technical Partner Manager plays a pivotal role in steering the organization towards growth by identifying opportunities, fostering relationships, and ensuring that the tech strategies are effectively executed.
Develop and implement strategic partnerships with key industry players, collaborating with product management and technology teams to align business strategies with product offerings.
The annual pay range for this position is $110,000 – $137,500, and this position is also eligible for a performance bonus.
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Carl Zeiss Pty Ltd is seeking a Manager, Technical Partner for a hybrid role based in the Bay Area, California. The position focuses on driving growth through strategic technology partnerships and requires extensive experience in technical business development within high-tech industries.
Salary
Base: $110,000 – $137,500; Bonus/Equity: performance bonus; Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k Matching, Paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Technical business development experience
Strategic partnership development
Cross-functional project leadership
Contract negotiation support
Deep technical knowledge (optics, electronics, advanced manufacturing)
Nice-to-have
Resilience and adaptability
International work environment
Familiarity with optical design tools
Business fluent in German
Key Requirements
Minimum 3 years in technical business development, key account management, product management, or project leadership
(Master’s) degree in engineering, or equivalent, or business/management with strong tech focus
Proven success in managing complex projects and contract negotiations
Experience in high-tech, ophthalmic, or innovative industries