Senior Manager of Tech Direct Sales

Join Faraday Future as a Senior Manager of Tech Direct Sales. In this role, you will lead the market entry for FF's robotics ecosystem, manage direct sales touchpoints, and create scalable channel strategies. You will also act as the primary technical interface for prospective partners and drive the data loop from direct sales and partner deployments. The position offers a modern workspace, employee referral program, paid relocation, 401k retirement plan, generous healthcare, stock options, and a casual dress code.

• Lead the dual-path market entry for FF’s robotics ecosystem, managing direct sales touchpoints to deliver high-impact projects.
• Transform direct-market intelligence into scalable channel strategies, leveraging a sharp understanding of user business scenarios.
• Act as the primary technical interface for prospective partners, articulating FF’s advantages in edge-computing and safety architecture.
• Technical Sales Proficiency: 3–5 years of experience in technical sales, solutions architecture, or field application engineering (FAE) within robotics, AI, or intelligent hardware sectors
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is required
• Note: We welcome candidates with a strong foundation in embedded systems, MCU architecture, or robotics control who possess a high aptitude for business exploration, solution-oriented problem solving, and technical evangelism
• Solution Architecture: Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical system architectures (e.g., edge computing, sensor fusion, data privacy protocols) into high-value business solutions for enterprise clients
• Data-Driven Intelligence: Ability to identify market gaps, document field-level "Corner Cases," and leverage data analytics to refine sales strategies and support product evolution
• Sales Lifecycle Management: Proven track record in managing end-to-end sales cycles—from technical POC and system integration to commercial contract execution and delivery
• Communication & Trust Building: Superior ability to bridge the gap between technical engineering teams and C-level stakeholders; expert in articulating FF’s safety and compliance architecture to overcome security barriers
• Integration Expertise: Hands-on experience in complex system integration (e.g., API integration, cloud/security/campus management systems)
• Vertical Expertise: Prior success in delivering complex technical projects within high-density public spaces (e.g., smart hospitality, logistics hubs, or large-scale campuses)
• Analytics & Insight: Expert level in utilizing data analytics (CRM/Salesforce) to optimize sales velocity and user experience
• Security & Compliance Awareness: Deep knowledge of ICTS/supply chain security concerns and the ability to articulate mitigation strategies in AI/Robotics contexts
• Scalable Enablement: Experience in developing technical training programs or "Sales-in-a-Box" kits for third-party distributors
• Hybrid Channel Management: Familiarity with managing the balance and conflict-resolution between direct and Partner (network sales) channels
• Touchpoint Strategy: Prior success in managing showroom-based sales or experiential marketing projects that drive secondary partner leads