Chief Commercial Officer

Chief Commercial Officer – Deeptech / Defensetech – Netherlands

Darwin have partnered exclusively with a Deeptech startup who have a unique offering with massive growth potential, building autonomous systems capability for dual‑use unmanned systems.

Other than a little pre‑seed funding, they have grown organically to a team of 15+ through securing global partnerships and projects (primarily B2B however B2G also).

As a CCO you will build and execute a GTM strategy that will help them bring in consistent multi‑million € contracts, scaling to the 10’s of millions in the years ahead.

• Uniquely positioned for huge growth.
• Solid foundations built and partnerships in place already.
• Shape GTM strategy and have real autonomy.

• Proven track record of individual contribution, selling high‑tech solutions within the defense, deeptech, software, robotics, autonomous systems or similar complex B2B tech environments.
• Hunter mentality, comfortable winning new business and forging partnerships for high‑growth startups.
• Leadership of small to medium size teams (they plan to grow a commercial team).
• Technical / Aerospace / Robotics education background (helping to translate and position their solution and align to customer needs).
• Fluent English & Dutch would be strongly preferred, with German also being of interest.
• EU/NATO citizenship.

Pay circa €8,000-€9,000 + bonus/commissions + equity. Semi‑regular onsite requirement in Delft, along with international travel (mainly Europe).

Reach out to Richard James, Head of Defense Business at Darwin Recruitment if you’re open to hearing more – richar

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.