Associate Consultant

Mandatory (Experience 1): Must have 9+ years in backend engineering with Java, Spring/Spring Boot, and microservices building large and scalable systems with clear production scale or reliability impact (latency, throughput, uptime, etc.) mentioned in the resume

Mandatory (Experience 2): Must have been SDE-3 / Tech Lead / Lead SE for at least 2.5 years (should be there in the resume titles)

Mandatory (Tech skills 1): Strong in DSA, system design, design patterns, and problem-solving

Mandatory (Tech skills 2): Proven experience building scalable, reliable, high-performance distributed systems with architecture ownership and experience in core backend/platform services rather than feature teams

Mandatory (Tech skills 3): Hands-on with SQL/NoSQL databases, REST/gRPC APIs, concurrency & async processing

Mandatory (Tech skills 4): Experience in AWS/GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and observability/monitoring

Mandatory (Communication): Excellent ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied stakeholders

Mandatory (Company) - Top New Age, Fast-scaled, Tech-First Product Companies (Like Series B+ / Unicorn Indian startups, or Tech-first Global companies like Amazon, Google, Microsoft etc)

Mandatory (Stability): Must have stayed for at least 2 years with each of the previous companies

Mandatory (Education): B.Tech in computer science or related field from Tier 1, Tier 2 colleges

Mandatory (Note 1): Education can be ignored for candidates with proven experience in strong, reputed product companies

Roles and Responsibilities: 

You’ll work closely with Goalkeep’s internal team and support client projects as needed. Your responsibilities will include: 

A. Infrastructure Maintenance & Optimization 

● Design and review data pipeline diagrams for both client and internal projects

● Build data pipelines by writing clean, efficient SQL queries for data analysis and quality checks 

● Monitor data pipeline performance and infrastructure costs, proactively resolving issues and identifying opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

● Maintain and upgrade Goalkeep’s internal tech infrastructure 

B. Tech Leadership & Team Enablement 

● Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and coaching to strengthen data analysts’ skills so that they can successfully deliver on client projects 

● Create technical documentation, troubleshooting guides and reusable resources that improve team efficiency. 

● Foster a culture of curiosity, continuous learning and knowledge sharing across the team. 

C. AI-Enabled Data Engineering & Innovation 

● Explore and leverage AI tools to improve the efficiency, reliability and scalability of Goalkeep's data engineering workflows. 

● Identify opportunities to automate repetitive engineering and data quality tasks using AI-assisted approaches. 

● Work with internal teams to embed AI into engineering workflows while ensuring reliability, transparency and maintainability.

What we’re looking for:

Hard Skills 

● Data modeling and database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server)

● Data engineering: writing efficient SQL, designing pipelines 

● Installing and maintaining software on Linux systems 

● Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) is a must

Soft Skills & Mindsets 

● Ability to coach others through patient communication & technical guidance.

● Curiosity and accountability when investigating system issues 

● Strong problem-solving ability with a structured and analytical approach. Preferred Qualifications: 

● Engineering degree with a minimum 4 years of experience working as a data scientist / data analyst/ data engineer 

● Bachelor's degree in any STEM field 

● Past experience in SQL (any dialect) 

● Knowledge of software engineering best practices and version control (Git)

What’s in it for you? 

1. The chance to work at the intersection of social impact and technology.

2. Shape how AI is responsibly applied to solve real-world data challenges for nonprofits.

3. Mentor and grow a technically strong team while influencing Goalkeep's engineering practices. 

4. Be part of a close-knit team passionate about using data for good.

Compensation Range: 

INR 9.0 lac – Rs. 12.0 lac per annum 

Apply here: 

https://forms.gle/eh2RDgtpWHv4f8mE6

Required skills:-

• 2+ years of experience in the Development of JAVA technology.
• Strong Java Basics
• SpringBoot or Spring MVC
• Hands-on experience on Relational Databases (SQL query or Hibernate) + Mongo (JSON parsing)
• Proficient in REST API development
• Messaging Queue (RabitMQ or Kafka)
• Microservices
• Any Caching Mechanism
• Good at problem-solving

Good to Have Skills:

• 2+ years of experience in using Java/J2EE tech stacks
• Good understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced internet start-up environment.
• Experience in technical mentorship/coaching is highly desirable.
• Understanding of AI/ML algorithms is a plus.

Job Description:

A sales development representative (SDR) is responsible for outbound sales prospecting for the Enterprise segment. Rather than trying to close deals, his/her work revolves around generating and qualifying new leads and moving them through the sales pipeline, until they’re ready to talk to the account executives/sales closers. He/she has to validate and screen potential customers given by LDRs (Lead Development Representatives) who can benefit from our products. As the first line of communication with prospects, ideal SDRs should have a strong understanding of the sales process, excel at researching leads, understand key pain points, start new relationships, and set our sales closers up for success. You should be a quick learner with strong communication skills and have the ability to showcase our offerings compellingly. Every potential customer is an opportunity for you to boost top-line revenue growth, customer acquisition levels, and profitability.

Role & Responsibilities

• Generate Sales Qualified Opportunities from various lead generating channels through LDRs, LinkedIn, Company Reports and profiles etc.,
• Design email campaigns (persona wise) to generate interest in the leads.
• Do discovery meetings to understand the pain points of the prospects.
• Do email/calls to the target audience to generate interest and fix demo appointments.
• Represent our company’s products and services, starting with a comprehensive understanding and leading to consumer research to identify how our solutions meet needs.
• Build relationships by nurturing warm prospects and finding new potential sales outlets.
• Manage and maintain a pipeline of interested prospects and engage sales executives for the next steps.
• Identify best practices to refine the company’s lead generation.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree from an accredited University with relevant 0-2 years of sales experience.
• Must have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills across a variety of channels (email, social media, phone, etc.)
• Should showcase a target-oriented approach toward his/her work.
• Possess a research-oriented approach to identifying opportunities.
• Prior automotive experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to work outside the strict job description parameters, thinking creatively about how to provide the highest level of internal and external customer service.
• Strong desire and ability to come up with innovative ideas.
• Ability to see problems as opportunities.
• Prior experience in using CRM is preferred but not mandatory.

Employment Type

Full-time

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Demand Generation and Marketing Executive - Job Description

Position Summary: 

The Demand Generation and Marketing Executive will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive, integrated B2B demand generation campaigns including email marketing, direct mail, webinar, and lead nurture tactics that deliver a consistent pipeline of high-quality qualified sales leads. The ideal candidate will have experience leading B2B demand generation campaigns and proven results in successfully planning, executing, building programs and reports in HubSpot, WordPress, google ads, LinkedIn sales navigator and analyzing results. 

This position is based out of our Pune office, and there may be ample opportunity to travel within India as and when required.

About Us:  Aikon is a small B2B SaaS company that is looking to accelerate its growth and increase usage of its iEngage.ai platform. Our platform enables Small and Large enterprises to build enterprise intelligence from conversations and interactions that already flow through its various communication channels. We use cutting edge Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and other Machine intelligence tools to augment human capabilities within the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Management:
1. Manage, nurture and convert inbound leads into qualified sales opportunities.
2. Identify strong potential prospects using initiative and creativity, to generate outbound lead opportunities
3. Assess and analyze a prospects current process and requirements;
4. Provide engaging and articulate information about Aikon Labs’  value proposition to potential customers.
5. Maintain well organized, up-to-date and accurate sales information and activity reports in Hubspot CRM system.
2. Sales Management:
1. Learn to manage complex enterprise sales throughout the sales cycle;
2. Efficient management of the sales pipeline using our  processes;
3. Confidently participate in the preparation of proposals and the presentation of professional product demonstrations, via webinars or face to face meetings;
4. Represent Aikon at corporate events or sales meetings independently or with colleagues;
5. Meet personal targets and work towards Aikon Labs’ growth objectives, sales goals, and profitability;
3. Communication:
1. Demonstrate the ability to interact professionally with potential customers via phone, email, telephone conferencing, webinars and face to face, to discover their business needs and develop a positive business relationship;
2. Provide accurate and timely information as required to project managers, the delivery team and senior management;
3. Proficient in the use of social media tools like LinkedIn, Twitter, SEO optimization, Google Analytics, Wordpress (basic), etc
4. Product Knowledge:
1. Develop a strong knowledge of Aikon Labs’ products and services in order to facilitate the sales process;
2. Understand and articulate how the benefits of Aikon’s products and services can meet customer’s needs in various business verticals;

Required Experience

1. 2 - 5 years’ proven experience in prospecting and lead generation some experience in sales management;
2. Experience of B-to-B sales, preferably in enterprise software solutions or in the cloud space or IT sector and has the ability to develop a good understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements;
3. Proficient in managing the sales pipeline using CRM systems, preferably Salesforce CRM;
4. Experience of working collaboratively in a combined sales & marketing team.
5. Can evidence a track record of increasing sales revenue by hitting or exceeding personal targets.

Required Skills:

1. Has highly developed all-round interpersonal skills.
2. Excellent communication, presentation, networking and negotiation skills.
3. Customer service oriented with a positive, well-motivated attitude.
4. Conscientious, hard-working and driven to improve sales and activity performance beyond targets.
5. Competent IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, GSuite programs and social networking tools. Experience of Hubspot, Canva, InVideo would be an added advantage, but not essential.
6. Work closely within a small sales & marketing team and develop cooperative working relationships with all company colleagues;
7. Good organisational and time management skills with the flexibility to reprioritise as necessary.
8. Must be highly proficient in all aspects of English language, especially speaking, listening and writing skills.
9. Must be passionate about the AI solutions for enterprises and B2B SaaS industry.

Competitive salary offered (dependent on skills and experience); and opportunity to earn generous rates of target based incentives;

• IT hardware & software services
• Web / App Design & Development
• Digital Marketing & Social Media Services
• Branding & Marketing Services
• Business and Management Consulting
• HR & Recruitment Services
• Graphic Designing
• Interior & Architecture Services
• Content, Photography and Videography.

• Planning & Strategy- Plan and execute a sales strategy that will help the team to get quality business.
• Build Process- Prepare a sales plan and sales performance tracking system to keep track of the process from approaching to acquiring each prospective client.
• Marketing Material- Creates marketing literature and web-based features to promote products and time-sensitive sales
• Networking- Attends trade exhibitions and industry events to learn about cutting-edge products & services, and get new clients and vendors.
• Lead Generation- Generate qualified leads by proper utilization of calls, email, social media, and other means to get in touch with the relevant personnel in the client company
• Lead Management- Document all the meetings through different methods, such as CRM, MS Excel, Minutes of Meeting (Email), etc.

• Learning- Becomes fluent in all products and services offered by us through testing, demonstrations, and research
• Need analysis- Assesses clients’ needs and accordingly make recommendations and solutions.
• Proposals- Prepare presentations to address the client’s problems with relevant solutions in a consultative manner.
• Educate- Demonstrates our offerings to highlight its pros and cons, v/s various competing products or services.
• Deals- Negotiates sales, package discounts, and long-term contracts with clients
• Stay Updated- Gains familiarity with the different industries, and stays updated on trends and innovative products

• Consulting- Provides technical advice, and after-sales.
• Project Management- Coordinate with the internal & external teams to complete projects within the set deadline.
• Client Servicing- Maintain good relationships with clients by taking constant feedback on the systems and services
• Relationship Management- Maintain good relationships with the internal, as well as external stakeholders.

• YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE- 3+ Years of proven experience in Sales/ Business Development.
• EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS- We prioritize skills over degrees but Bachelors/ Masters degree/ diploma/ certification in Sales & Marketing, Business Management, Computer Science or other relevant fields.
• SOFTWARE & APPLICATIONS- Tech-savvy with good knowledge of MS Office, CRM Systems, have knowledge and can adapt to other technologies very quickly.

• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal and consulting skills.
• Knowledge of relevant products and services.
• Motivated, have negotiation skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking under high-pressure
• Sound judgment to recognize prospects’ key pain areas, and understand clients’ requirements.
• Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
• Confident, pleasant personality, ambitious, self-motivated, organized with leadership and management skills.