SDR Director

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.  

CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation. 

What You'll Do:

As the Director of Sales Development, you’ll lead and scale a high-performing SDR organization, managing a team of SDR managers and ensuring alignment with the broader sales and marketing teams. You’ll play a critical role in driving pipeline generation, optimizing processes, and mentoring managers to support the growth of the SDR function. Your leadership will directly influence the success of our SDR team as they deliver qualified opportunities to Account Executives (AEs) and contribute to the overall sales motion.

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for SDR managers, coaching them to develop high-performing SDR teams.
• Design and implement scalable processes for lead qualification, prospecting, and pipeline generation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and RevOps to align on lead quality, territory plans, and campaign execution.
• Set team and manager goals, track performance metrics, and provide actionable insights to improve team effectiveness.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top talent, fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and excellence within the SDR organization.
• Build and refine SDR training programs to ensure managers are equipped to upskill their teams on tools, outreach strategies, and industry best practices.

Who You Are:

• 8+ years of experience in sales or sales development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing managers.
• Proven success in building and scaling SDR teams, including hiring and mentoring SDR managers.
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding pipeline and team performance goals.
• Expertise in sales development tools (e.g., Salesforce, Outreach, SalesLoft) and metrics-driven management.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in the Cloud, Technology or SaaS industry, particularly in high-growth environments.
• Familiarity with go-to-market strategies for AI, cloud, or enterprise infrastructure solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and implement process improvements.
• Passion for building diverse and inclusive teams that drive innovation and success.

Wondering if you’re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people, and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we’d love to talk. 

• You love to scale SDR teams, including hiring and mentoring SDR managers
• You are curious about  building diverse and inclusive teams that drive innovation and success
• You are an expert in go-to-market strategies for AI, cloud, or enterprise infrastructure solutions

Why CoreWeave?

At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast!  We’re in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We’re not afraid of a little chaos, and we’re constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values: 

• Be Curious at Your Core
• Act Like an Owner
• Empower Employees
• Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences
• Achieve More Together

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us! 

The base salary range for this role is $165k - $242k. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
• Company-paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance 
• Short and long-term disability insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health 
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption

Our Workplace

While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration

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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) , CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: View email address on swooped.co .

Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information.  To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency.  CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.