Director of Business and Corporate Development

Director of Business and Corporate Development

Cyngn, a publicly‑traded autonomous technology company based in Mountain View, CA, deploys self‑driving industrial vehicles—such as forklifts and tuggers—to factories, warehouses, and other facilities across North America. The company is building a market‑leading autonomous fleet platform and seeks innovative leaders to accelerate growth.

The Director of Business and Corporate Development will play a pivotal role in driving Cyngn’s growth strategy through strategic partnerships, M&A, and corporate transactions. This cross‑functional leader works closely with the CEO and executive team to identify, evaluate, and execute opportunities that accelerate revenue growth, expand technology capabilities, and strengthen market position. The ideal candidate has experience in technology‑driven industries—preferably autonomous systems, robotics, mobility, or industrial automation—and understands both the operational and capital markets dimensions of a NASDAQ‑listed company.

• Identify, structure, and negotiate strategic partnerships, joint ventures, OEM/channel collaborations that expand Cyngn’s product reach and customer base.
• Develop and manage relationships with key industrial vehicle manufacturers, automation partners, and technology providers.
• Support the commercialization strategy for Drive Mod‑enabled vehicles and related EAS products.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to align partnership and product roadmaps.
• Lead the evaluation of acquisition targets and technology partnerships to accelerate growth.
• Perform market mapping, valuation analysis, due diligence, and post‑merger integration planning.
• Build financial and strategic models to assess ROI, synergies, and transaction impact.
• Prepare Board materials and investor communications for corporate transactions.
• Work with investment banks, analysts, and investors to communicate Cyngn’s growth story and corporate vision.
• Assist with financial modeling, investor decks, and SEC filing coordination (S‑3, 8‑K, proxy statements, etc.).
• Track competitive and market trends across industrial automation, robotics, and autonomy.
• Provide data‑driven insights to inform strategic planning, partnerships, and investor positioning.
• Contribute to the company’s long‑term strategic roadmap in alignment with financial and operational objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in business development, corporate development, investment banking, or strategy—preferably in technology or industrial sectors.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills (DCF, comps, M&A analysis).
• Experience negotiating and structuring strategic partnerships or M&A transactions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience preparing materials for C‑level and Board audiences.
• Deep understanding of public company dynamics, SEC reporting, and capital market processes.

• MBA or advanced degree.
• Experience in autonomous systems, robotics, industrial automation, or electric vehicle sectors.
• Track record of executing successful M&A and partnership deals in growth‑stage companies.

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA, Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
• Life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
• Company 401(k)
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible vacation policy
• Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
• Paid parental leave
• Daily lunches for in‑office employees and fully‑stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Monthly meal and tech allowances for remote employees
• Allowance to purchase new headphones when you join!

$160,000 - $185,000 a year

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