Lambda is the #1 GPU Cloud for ML/AI teams training, fine-tuning and inferencing AI models, where engineers can easily, securely and affordably build, test and deploy AI products at scale. Lambda’s product portfolio includes on-prem GPU systems, hosted GPUs across public & private clouds and managed inference services – servicing government, researchers, startups and Enterprises world-wide.
If you'd like to build the world's best deep learning cloud, join us.
*Note: This position requires presence in our San Francisco office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven Partner Manager to develop and grow revenue-generating partnerships across sell-to, sell-through, and sell-with motions. This role will be responsible for identifying high-value partners, cultivating executive relationships, and launching joint initiatives that directly contribute to Lambda’s revenue goals.
The ideal candidate brings experience in AI/ML partnerships and has a proven track record of successfully launching new programs and go-to-market strategies that drive rapid business impact. They are both strategic and execution-oriented, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and deliver measurable results through partner ecosystems.
In this role, you’ll recruit, manage, and grow relationships across our partner ecosystem to drive partner-sourced revenue, oversee co-selling motions, and build joint account plans to deepen strategic alignment with our top partners.
What You’ll Do
Own partner revenue growth: Build and manage a pipeline of partnerships that drive direct and influenced revenue via sell-to, sell-through, and sell-with motions.
Identify and recruit partners: Focus on high-velocity relationships with cloud providers, system integrators, ISVs, and vertical solution partners that align with Lambda’s core offerings.
Drive joint GTM initiatives & programs: Develop and execute co-selling programs, co-marketing, lead-sharing workflows, joint campaigns, and partner enablement to accelerate time-to-revenue.
Manage relationships end-to-end: Own strategic and day-to-day partner relationships, ensuring alignment across sales, marketing, product, engineering, legal, and executives.
Deliver quarterly impact: Track partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue, forecast pipeline, and report on key performance metrics to executive leadership and highlight joint impact in QBRs.
Act as voice of the partner: Advocate for partner needs and opportunities within Lambda.ai to optimize integration, pricing, packaging, and support models.
You
7+ years experience in tech alliances and channel sales
Proven success growing partner-sourced pipeline and managing strategic relationships
Familiarity with cloud providers, ML/AI ecosystems, or GPU infrastructure is a strong plus
Strong relationship builder with experience working with ISVs, VARs, Hyperscalers
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills
Strategic thinker with hands-on ability to execute quickly and iteratively in a startup or scale-up environment.
Salary Range Information
Based on market data and other factors, the annual base salary range for this position is $159,000 - $230,000 with an OTE component. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.
About Lambda
Founded in 2012, ~350 employees (2024) and growing fast
We offer generous cash & equity compensation
Our investors include Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, Crescent Cove.
We are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability
Our research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG
Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
Wellness and Commuter stipends for select roles
401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use
A Final Note:
You do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
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