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Description Founded in 2020, Kaiko Systems is a tech company driving digital innovation in the global maritime industry. Our mission is to make shipping safer, smarter, and more collaborative by transforming manual processes into actionable intelligence.  With our products, ship crews can collect reliable vessel data on the job, while our AI-powered analysis generates actionable insights for technical teams onshore. These insights help predict incidents, reduce downtime, and enhance safety and efficiency, empowering shipping companies to operate at their best.  At Kaiko Systems, we’re not just building technology — we’re delivering solutions that make a real difference in people’s work lives and their professional environment. Join us as we navigate the future of maritime together. Your mission As a Sales Manager in Singapore, you will spearhead our expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, building relationships with ship management companies and owners, and driving adoption of our innovative solutions. You’ll leverage your sales expertise to grow our market presence in one of the world’s most dynamic maritime hubs. Your skillset to navigate success: Identify and establish partnerships with key stakeholders in the maritime industry. Lead the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, ensuring customer satisfaction. Present Kaiko Systems' offerings, including KAI and fleet management tools, to potential clients. Collaborate with the product and marketing teams to align client needs with solution offerings. Attend maritime events and conferences to represent Kaiko Systems. Your profile: 5+ years of B2B sales experience, ideally in maritime, logistics, or tech. Strong understanding of the maritime industry and its digital transformation trends. Proven track record in achieving or exceeding sales targets. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Familiarity with the Asia-Pacific market is a strong plus. Worried you don’t check every box? If this role excites you, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be exactly what we’re looking for — either for this role or another one! Why us? Join a highly ambitious and diverse team with a collaborative working environment at a very exciting time in the company’s development, as we scale on the back of significant product market fit Be at the forefront of digitalization in a critical global industry Great office in the heart of Berlin as well as flexible / remote options Flexible and hybrid work environment that values work-life balance Generous vacation policy on top of bank holidays  At Kaiko Systems, we believe that innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. As a forward-thinking maritime tech startup, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique talents and experiences. We value every individual’s cultural background, gender identity, age, ability, or any other characteristic that makes you who you are. By embracing these differences, we create an environment where collaboration flourishes and ideas grow. If you share our passion for revolutionizing the maritime sector through technology, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s chart new waters together. About us We’re a growing company, expanding both our business and our team. To ensure everyone feels safe, can perform at their best, and to keep the company successful in uncharted waters, we’ve aligned on a set of values that guide us: Put genuine human interactions first Foster mutual respect and teamwork Embrace innovation and challenge the norm Commit to delivering quality from the outset Take initiative and act with purpose Prioritize clear and effective communication Adapt and evolve Equip our team with the best resources These values shape how we work together and will be a part of our conversations during the recruiting process. By living these principles, we create an environment where both our people and our business can thrive, navigating challenges with confidence and purpose.  

Join our next venture as Co-Founder and Managing Director of an early stage, industry redefining start-up.Shipping is the backbone of the global economy, transporting 90% of world trade, and yet remains one of the final frontiers of digitalisation. But now the industry stands at an inflection point, moving ever more rapidly towards a connected, sustainable, AI-powered future. You can drive this transformation.Hit the ground running and lead commercial side of a newly forged maritime technology startup. With cutting edge tech, initial traction, and access to early-stage customers, you'll be set up for success. Bring your new venture to full speed by utilising our venture-building resources, know-how, and the hands-on, operational, and strategic firepower of our expert team. And then it’s time to scale!The journey won’t be easy. To get where you want to go, having the right co-founding partner makes all the difference. We’ll have your back and support you every step of the way. With our background in shipping, venture capital, successful start-ups, and top-tier consulting, we’ve got the domain expertise, industry networks, and gritty company building know-how to maximise your chance of success.Are you ready to co-found your maritime technology venture with us?   Your mission You (and your co-founder) will be fully responsible for the strategy, growth and overall success of your company and the product Retain and develop a world-class team Set the tone, build the culture, be a role model Drive customer acquisition, retention and growth Build a sound, scalable organisation structure and processes Be the face of the company to the outside world, establish partnerships and build a strong presence in the market   Your Profile   Wherever your career has taken you so far, the main thing is that you are committed to building a startup as the next chapter of your professional journey. You have proven success as a founder, OR proven top pedigree in a leading role in a startup with significant impact on the success of the company, OR a proven exceptional record in the shipping industry. You are a natural at all things customer-facing, have the energy to put yourself and your product out there in the market, and the gravitas to persuade and inspire confidence in C-level stakeholders, when it counts. You excel at creative problem-solving in uncertain situations, pragmatic execution with limited resources, and combine yours hands-on skills with the power to shape a long term vision. When working with others you show that you have mastered a diverse communication toolkit, can collaborate effectively, and people gravitate to you as a natural leader. As a character you show strong conviction and resilience, cultural adaptability, and positive stress management. If you have logistics experience that is a plus, but not a requirement. Fluent English is a must. German is a plus. So are other languages. You are fully aware that being a founder comes with a strong upside but none of the economic security of a corporate career -- and excited about it.     Why us? Winning Idea: Co-found a startup with an exciting pre-validated product concept, with initial traction. Market Access: Benefit from curated industry partners ready to collaborate and become pilot customers from day one. Strategic Investment: Access our network of early-stage investors for future capital needs. Company Setup: Access centralised playbooks, tools, and processes developed by experienced founders to streamline your company setup. Our Team: Leverage our experts hands-on support who will integrate into your business as key functions. Equity Structure: You and your co-founders are managing directors of the venture, and the majority of equity is held by you and your team. Global Network: Access our global ecosystem across Europe and Southeast Asia, and receive a wealth of opportunities to connect with investors, customers, and industry experts.  

Join our next venture as the Technical Co-Founder of an early stage technology startup that will revolutionise the relationship between the maritime industry, and its most critical resource - its people. Shipping is the backbone of the global economy, transporting 90% of world trade, and yet remains one of the final frontiers of digitalisation. But now the industry stands at an inflection point, moving ever more rapidly towards a connected, sustainable, AI-powered future. You can drive this transformation.   Your mission   You and your co-founder together will be fully responsible for the strategy, growth and overall success of your company and the product You are a builder that will own technical decision making and shape the technology that drives your product and your startup Retain and develop a world-class tech team Set the tone, build the culture, be a role model Build a sound, scalable organisation structure and processes   Your profile   You are committed to building a startup as the next chapter of your professional journey. You love the 0-1 stage, and are excited to wear multiple hats in addition to your technical one.  You have proven success as a founder, OR proven top pedigree in a leading technical role in a startup/scaleup. You excel at creative problem-solving in uncertain situations, pragmatic execution with limited resources, and combine your hands-on skills with the power to shape a long-term, scalable technology vision. When working with others you show that you have mastered a diverse communication toolkit, can collaborate effectively, and people gravitate to you as a natural leader. As a character you show strong conviction and resilience, cultural adaptability, and positive stress management. HR-Tech experience is a plus. Experience with survey data collection and aggregate data analysis is a plus.  Fluent English is a must. German or other languages are a plus. You are fully aware that being a founder comes with a strong upside but none of the economic security of a corporate career -- and excited about it.   Why us?   Winning Ideas: Our team and industry partners have a pre-validated venture idea, that will revolutionise the relationship between the maritime industry, and its people. Winning Team: Join a highly experienced first co-founder with deep product and business expertise, plus leverage our experts hands-on support who will integrate into your business as key functions. Market Access: Work with our industry partners ready to collaborate and become pilot customers from day one. Strategic Investment: Six-figure startup capital invested, and access to our network of early-stage investors for future capital needs. Company Setup: Access centralised playbooks, tools, and processes developed by experienced founders to streamline your company setup. Equity Structure: You and your co-founder are managing directors of the venture, and the majority of equity is held by you and your team. Global Network: Access our global ecosystem across Europe and Southeast Asia, and receive a wealth of opportunities to connect with investors, customers, and industry experts.