Sales Lead - Healthcare Data & AI

Clera

$150K — $250K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proven track record of closing complex, high-value deals in healthcare and/or AI.
  • Deep existing relationships across enterprise health systems, insurance carriers, and/or pharma organizations.
  • Experience working at or closely with AI labs.
  • Strong computer science fundamentals to translate technical concepts.
  • Experience selling or implementing healthcare data platforms, AI solutions, or related software.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute an enterprise sales strategy targeting senior executives.
  • Open doors with key decision-makers to convey business value from AI capabilities.
  • Lead end-to-end deal cycles from qualification to close, collaborating with internal teams.
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline with accurate forecasting.
  • Collaborate with marketing to develop compelling messaging for enterprise buyers.
  • Represent the company at industry events to expand key stakeholder relationships.

Benefits

  • Early-stage equity opportunity.
  • Chance to shape the commercial function at a high-growth startup.
Full Job Description
About the Role

A fast-growing, early-stage healthtech AI company based in San Francisco is looking for a Sales Lead - Healthcare Data & AI to join their founding commercial team. This company operates at the intersection of healthcare data infrastructure and frontier AI, combining proprietary research IP, advanced model training techniques, and a global medical labeling network to power enterprise-grade AI solutions.

In this role, you will be the driving force behind enterprise revenue - opening doors at the senior executive level across healthcare systems, insurance carriers, and pharma companies, and converting those relationships into signed contracts. This is a high-impact, high-ownership position ideal for a seasoned sales leader who thrives in a technical, fast-moving environment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
What You'll Do
  • Develop and execute an enterprise sales strategy targeting senior executives across healthcare, insurance, and pharma verticals.
  • Open doors with key decision-makers, translating complex platform and AI capabilities into clear, compelling business value propositions.
  • Lead end-to-end deal cycles - from qualification and discovery through negotiation and close - coordinating closely with product, data science, and delivery teams.
  • Build and manage a robust pipeline with accurate forecasting and accountability to quarterly targets.
  • Collaborate with marketing to craft messaging and content that resonates with enterprise buyers.
  • Represent the company at industry events and client engagements to expand relationships and credibility with key stakeholders.
What We're Looking For

Required:
  • Proven track record of closing complex, high-value deals in healthcare and/or AI - this is non-negotiable.
  • Deep existing relationships across enterprise health systems, insurance carriers, and/or pharma organizations, with demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior decision-makers.
  • Experience working at or closely with AI labs - this is a firm requirement.
  • Strong computer science fundamentals and the ability to fluently translate technical concepts for executive audiences.
  • Experience selling or implementing healthcare data platforms, AI model deployment solutions, or related enterprise software.

Nice to Have:
  • Background at companies operating in healthtech AI, clinical data, or administrative automation.
  • Familiarity with healthcare data compliance, HIPAA, and enterprise procurement processes.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary: $150,000 - $250,000 USD annually (depending on experience)
  • Early-stage equity opportunity
  • Opportunity to shape the commercial function from the ground up at a well-backed, high-growth startup
Location
  • On-site in San Francisco, CA
  • Remote work is not available for this position
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered

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