Manager Sales

Interview Kickstart is a premier career transformation platform turbocharging tech careers through AI upskilling.

Founded in 2014 in Santa Clara by Soham Mehta, ex-Box Engineering Leader, and Ryan Valles, a transformative P&L leader and former CEO with a track record of scaling ventures, Interview Kickstart’s vision is to help every tech professional thrive in today’s fast-evolving tech industry.

With 40+ domain-specific courses—from foundational Machine Learning and Generative AI to Agentic AI, System Design, and DSA—Interview Kickstart equips engineers, PMs, data professionals, and tech leaders to accelerate their careers. Its 600+ instructors—industry practitioners, hiring managers, and senior engineers from FAANG+ companies—bring real-world insight and cutting-edge expertise into every classroom.

Beyond upskilling, Interview Kickstart offers end-to-end career support. Personalized mock interviews, resume and LinkedIn branding, career coaching, salary negotiation guidance, and performance-based job referrals ensure that your AI upskilling translates into real career breakthroughs. Over 25,000 professionals have already advanced their careers through Interview Kickstart.

Recognized by TIME x Statista and GSV 150 as a top EdTech company, Interview Kickstart is the go-to platform for tech professionals looking to future-proof their careers in the age of AI.

Position: Manager - Sales

At Interview Kickstart, we believe that every candidate deserves the chance to excel in technical interviews, and we're looking for a dedicated Sales Manager to lead our sales team in driving growth and expanding our market presence. As the Sales Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to achieve our ambitious sales targets while fostering a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team, providing guidance and support to maximize performance.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop relationships with potential clients in the tech industry.
• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics, preparing regular reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align sales strategies with overall business objectives.
• Present sales proposals and negotiate contracts with key clients.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the sales team.

Join us in our mission to empower candidates by leading a dynamic sales team focused on delivering exceptional value!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or CS is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in sales management, preferably in the education or technology sectors.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing high-performing sales teams.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and techniques, with excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and motivate team members.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and derive actionable insights.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Become part of Interview Kickstart’s vision, leading sales efforts to drive candidate success!