Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Cyngn

Based in Menlo Park, CA, Cyngn is a publicly-traded autonomous vehicle technology company. Our self-driving technology can be deployed in various industrial domains and vehicle form-factors, including manufacturing facilities, warehouse floors, and mines. We are seeking innovative, motivated, and experienced leaders to join our team and advance this emergent technology. If you enjoy building, tinkering, and creating with passionate colleagues, Cyngn is the place for you.

Key reasons to join Cyngn:

• Small and Big: With under 100 employees, Cyngn operates with startup energy while being publicly traded. This offers close mentorship from company leaders and access to the liquidity of publicly traded equity.
• Build Today, Deploy Tomorrow: Our employees create reality. The autonomous vehicles we build are designed for immediate deployment to real clients. We are driven by innovation and the ability to see the tangible impact of our work.
• We Aren’t Robots, We Just Develop Them: Our team is known for its exceptional synergy, inclusive and diverse talent, and a collaborative, trusting, and creative work environment fueled by industry passion. Everyone's voice is valued, and unique perspectives are celebrated.

About this role:

The Sales Development Representative (SDR) role is the starting point for a successful career in robotics & automation software sales. You will be at the forefront of Cyngn’s go-to-market strategy. This role is ideal for individuals looking to develop technology sales skills and advance their careers. Successful SDRs will create growth opportunities within the organization. You will work closely with top-tier executives and gain insight into successful sales organizations.

Responsibilities

• Searching for leads, mapping enterprise accounts, and building demand for Cyngn’s full line of products.
• Learning from opportunities that don’t materialize to improve the sales process.
• Collaborating with colleagues from sales and other departments (e.g., BD, Product) to continually improve conversion rates and results.

Qualifications

• Hungry: Aim to exceed key performance metrics.
• Willingness to learn about new business domains.
• Excitement around growing a sales career.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.
• Previous cold calling experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $30,000 - $35,000 per year
• Target OTE: $120,000 - $150,000
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge.
• Insurance: Life, Short-term and Long-term disability insurance (100% company-funded premiums).
• Retirement: Company 401(k).
• Commuter Benefits.
• Vacation: Flexible vacation policy.
• Work Arrangement: Remote or hybrid work opportunities.
• Sabbatical: Leave opportunity after 5 years with the company.
• Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave.
• Perks:
  • Daily lunches for in-office employees.
  • Fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages for in-office employees.
  • Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees.