Business Development Representative
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Business Development Representative who builds Terra AI’s network in the global mineral exploration community, engages exploration companies and stakeholders, and helps structure commercial relationships with industry partners.
About this role
About Terra AI
We are building the state-of-the-art AI platform for the discovery and development of clean energy and mineral resources. We bring the most advanced techniques in generative AI, foundation modeling, and autonomous decision optimization to tackle the most important problems in the geosciences. These systems can help more reliably identify critical resource deposits, more rapidly measure and characterize them, and design more efficient and sustainable production plans.
We are backed by Khosla Ventures and other leading venture investors. We are now looking to grow our team from ~15 to ~30 by the end of the year to continue to mature our technology and support deployment with our world-class mineral and clean energy partners.
The Opportunity
We are hiring our first Business Development Representative — a foundational and high-visibility hire within the Growth organization.
This is not a traditional sales role. It is a strategic, industry-facing role focused on helping Terra AI build meaningful relationships and commercial presence across the global mineral exploration ecosystem.
What You’ll Do
· Build Terra AI’s network and reputation across the global mineral exploration community
· Identify and engage high-quality exploration companies, operators, and stakeholders
· Develop trusted relationships with geologists, technical leaders, executives, and investors
· Represent Terra AI at industry conferences, technical forums, and field-facing events
· Partner directly with the Head of Growth to structure and advance commercial relationships
· Build and manage a high-quality pipeline of partnership opportunities
Requirements
· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
· Able to build trust and communicate effectively across technical and commercial audiences
· Ability to professionally represent Terra AI across industry interactions
· Strong learning agility and comfort engaging with technical subject matter
· Comfortable engaging with both technical and commercial stakeholders
· Willingness to travel regularly for conferences, partner meetings, and industry events
We recognize that great business development talent can come from many different backgrounds. If you are excited about the opportunity and believe your experience aligns closely with the role, we encourage you to apply.
Compensation
$80,000 – $110,000 base salary + performance bonus + equity
In accordance with California law, the above range reflects the reasonably expected base salary for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market considerations.
Terra AI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.