June 18, 2026

Sales Development Representative

Junior • On-site

54,996 - 65,004 USD/yr

San Francisco, CA

Who we are

Formic is on a mission to reshape American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment.

About the team

The Go-To-Market Team ensures customers realize measurable value from the automation we deploy. From pre-deployment coordination through onboarding and long-term engagement, the team drives adoption, strengthens relationships, and ensures customers achieve meaningful operational outcomes.

Customer Success connects customers and internal teams, ensuring clear expectations, proactive communication, coordinated execution, and continuous product and delivery improvements.

About the role

As a Sales Development Representative, you will serve as the front line of pipeline generation. You will identify, engage, and qualify manufacturing prospects, translating market interest into meaningful sales conversations. This is a high-visibility, performance-driven role with direct impact on company growth.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and prospect target manufacturing accounts across SMB, mid-market, and enterprise segments
  • Generate marketing qualified leads and schedule meetings for Account Executives
  • Follow up on inbound interest from forms, webinars, trade shows, and campaigns
  • Build outbound prospecting lists and execute multi-channel outreach via phone, email, and social platforms
  • Monitor website engagement and identify high-intent prospects
  • Create and test outreach sequences to improve response and conversion rates
  • Leverage HubSpot, Salesforce, LinkedIn, and ZoomInfo to manage outreach and pipeline
  • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to align messaging and improve campaign effectiveness
  • Maintain disciplined activity tracking and CRM hygiene

What makes you a great fit

  • 1–2 years in structured outbound sales or business development
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding activity and pipeline KPIs
  • Experience communicating with Director, VP, and C-level stakeholders
  • Process-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Strong motivation to build a long-term sales career
  • Collaborative team player with competitive drive

Bonus

  • Experience selling into industrial automation, manufacturing, or other B2B industrial environments

Benefits

  • Equity through stock option program
  • Competitive and uncapped commission structure
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • FSA, DCFSA, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Company-sponsored 401(k)
  • Home office stipend
  • Monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • Flexible paid time off

Compensation

$55,000—$65,000 USD. Pay and equity packages are benchmarked to peer companies and customized based on experience, location, and preferred balance of cash and equity.

What we look for

  • Fearless Optimism
  • Create the Magic
  • Today, Not Tomorrow
  • Seek Truth
  • Made of Rubber
  • One Formic

Equal Opportunity Employment

Formic is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, business needs, and role requirements.

AI Use

AI-powered tools may be used in some interviews, with all final hiring decisions made by humans.

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We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment. Backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is scaling rapidly and building the foundation for a new era of high-performance, Made in America production. About the team: Formic's Sales Team drives adoption of automation across SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The team partners closely with Engineering, Solutions, and Customer teams to educate manufacturers, develop territory strategies, and build pipeline through disciplined outreach and consultative selling. About the role: As an Automation Sales Manager, you will be responsible for revenue growth and market expansion within your territory. You will develop and execute a strategic territory plan, build deep knowledge of the regional manufacturing landscape, and establish trusted relationships with manufacturers, integrators, and strategic partners. You will work directly with customers to evaluate automation opportunities, define project requirements, and collaborate with Engineering and Solutions teams to develop system concepts. You will also lead commercial negotiations and own the full sales cycle from initial engagement through contract execution. This is an individual contributor role responsible for driving territory growth, building a strong pipeline, and delivering consistent revenue performance. In this role you will: - Own and execute a regional territory strategy to drive pipeline growth and revenue attainment - Generate and qualify new business opportunities within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts - Lead consultative discovery conversations and on-site meetings with manufacturing decision makers - Develop tailored automation solutions in partnership with Solutions and Engineering teams - Advance opportunities through the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract execution - Build and maintain executive-level relationships across plant, operations, and ownership stakeholders - Represent Formic at industry events and trade shows to expand regional market presence - Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and forecast accuracy - Analyze regional manufacturing trends, competitor activity, and buyer dynamics to refine territory strategy What makes you a great fit: - Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales with consistent revenue attainment - Experience owning and growing a geographic territory independently - Demonstrated ability to proactively build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial buying processes - Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder buying committees and technical decision makers - Analytical mindset with the ability to quantify value and clearly communicate ROI - Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems - Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75 percent within the assigned region - Comfort operating in a fast-growth environment with evolving processes and priorities Our Total Rewards: - Equity in Formic through the stock option program - Competitive and uncapped commission structure - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - FSA and DCFSA benefits - Life insurance and disability coverage - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave - Company-sponsored 401(k) - Home office stipend - Monthly cell phone reimbursement - Flexible paid time off policy Compensation Philosophy: Formic's pay and equity packages are benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Final offers are customized based on experience, geographic location, market considerations, and preferred balance of cash and equity. Compensation Range: $110,000—$160,000 USD What we look for: - Fearless Optimism - Create the Magic - Today, Not Tomorrow - Seek Truth - Made of Rubber - One Formic Equal Opportunity Employment: Formic is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, business needs, and role requirements. AI Use: Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews to help evaluate candidate responses, while all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Technology

Formic Technologies

Automation Sales Manager

Mid

On-site

Grand Rapids, MI

110,004 - 159,996 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Automation Sales Manager role focused on driving regional revenue growth and expanding automation adoption within SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The position involves owning the full B2B sales cycle, developing automation solutions with engineering teams, and managing strategic customer relationships. Candidates should have strong manufacturing sales experience, CRM proficiency, and the ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory. 🗂️ Requirements: Full-cycle B2B sales experience, Revenue attainment track record, Territory management experience, Pipeline generation experience, Manufacturing operations knowledge, Industrial buying process understanding, Multi-stakeholder sales experience, ROI analysis and communication, CRM proficiency, Ability to travel up to 75%, Experience in fast-growth environments 📃 Skills: Salesforce, CRM, B2B, Automation, Robotics, Manufacturing, Sales, Forecasting, Analytics, ROI 🏢 Description: Who we are: Formic is on a mission to reshape American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. As labor constraints rise, costs increase, and global competition intensifies, automation is no longer optional for manufacturers that want to stay competitive. We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment. Backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is scaling rapidly and building the foundation for a new era of high-performance, Made in America production. About the team: Formic's Sales Team drives adoption of automation across SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The team partners closely with Engineering, Solutions, and Customer teams to educate manufacturers, develop territory strategies, and build pipeline through disciplined outreach and consultative selling. About the role: As an Automation Sales Manager, you will be responsible for revenue growth and market expansion within your territory. You will develop and execute a strategic territory plan, build deep knowledge of the regional manufacturing landscape, and establish trusted relationships with manufacturers, integrators, and strategic partners. You will work directly with customers to evaluate automation opportunities, define project requirements, and collaborate with Engineering and Solutions teams to develop system concepts. You will also lead commercial negotiations and own the full sales cycle from initial engagement through contract execution. This is an individual contributor role responsible for driving territory growth, building a strong pipeline, and delivering consistent revenue performance. In this role you will: - Own and execute a regional territory strategy to drive pipeline growth and revenue attainment - Generate and qualify new business opportunities within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts - Lead consultative discovery conversations and on-site meetings with manufacturing decision makers - Develop tailored automation solutions in partnership with Solutions and Engineering teams - Advance opportunities through the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract execution - Build and maintain executive-level relationships across plant, operations, and ownership stakeholders - Represent Formic at industry events and trade shows to expand regional market presence - Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and forecast accuracy - Analyze regional manufacturing trends, competitor activity, and buyer dynamics to refine territory strategy What makes you a great fit: - Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales with consistent revenue attainment - Experience owning and growing a geographic territory independently - Demonstrated ability to proactively build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial buying processes - Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder buying committees and technical decision makers - Analytical mindset with the ability to quantify value and clearly communicate ROI - Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems - Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75 percent within the assigned region - Comfort operating in a fast-growth environment with evolving processes and priorities Our Total Rewards: - Equity in Formic through the stock option program - Competitive and uncapped commission structure - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - FSA and DCFSA benefits - Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave - Company-sponsored 401(k) - Home office stipend - Monthly cell phone reimbursement - Flexible paid time off Compensation Philosophy: Formic's pay and equity packages are benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Final offers are customized based on experience, geographic location, market considerations, and preferred balance of cash and equity. Compensation Range: $110,000—$160,000 USD What we look for: - Fearless Optimism - Create the Magic - Today, Not Tomorrow - Seek Truth - Made of Rubber - One Formic Equal Opportunity Employment: Formic is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, business needs, and role requirements. AI Use: Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews, while all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Technology

Formic Technologies

Automation Sales Manager

Mid

On-site

Dayton, OH

110,004 - 159,996 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Automation Sales Manager role focused on driving regional revenue growth and expanding automation adoption within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts. The position owns the full B2B sales cycle, collaborates with engineering teams on automation solutions, and manages strategic customer relationships across a geographic territory. The role includes consultative selling, CRM management, market analysis, and frequent regional travel. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales, Experience managing and growing a geographic territory, Ability to build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets, Understanding of manufacturing operations, Knowledge of industrial buying processes, Ability to manage multi-stakeholder buying committees, Ability to communicate ROI and business value, Proficiency with CRM systems, Willingness to travel up to 75%, Ability to work in a fast-growth environment 📃 Skills: Salesforce, CRM, B2B, Automation, Robotics, Manufacturing, Sales, ROI 🏢 Description: Who we are: Formic is on a mission to reshape American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. As labor constraints rise, costs increase, and global competition intensifies, automation is no longer optional for manufacturers that want to stay competitive. We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment. Backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is scaling rapidly and building the foundation for a new era of high-performance, Made in America production. About the team: Formic's Sales Team drives adoption of automation across SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The team partners closely with Engineering, Solutions, and Customer teams to educate manufacturers, develop territory strategies, and build pipeline through disciplined outreach and consultative selling. About the role: As an Automation Sales Manager, you will be responsible for revenue growth and market expansion within your territory. You will develop and execute a strategic territory plan, build deep knowledge of the regional manufacturing landscape, and establish trusted relationships with manufacturers, integrators, and strategic partners. You will work directly with customers to evaluate automation opportunities, define project requirements, and collaborate with Engineering and Solutions teams to develop system concepts. You will also lead commercial negotiations and own the full sales cycle from initial engagement through contract execution. This is an individual contributor role responsible for driving territory growth, building a strong pipeline, and delivering consistent revenue performance. In this role you will: - Own and execute a regional territory strategy to drive pipeline growth and revenue attainment - Generate and qualify new business opportunities within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts - Lead consultative discovery conversations and on-site meetings with manufacturing decision makers - Develop tailored automation solutions in partnership with Solutions and Engineering teams - Advance opportunities through the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract execution - Build and maintain executive-level relationships across plant, operations, and ownership stakeholders - Represent Formic at industry events and trade shows to expand regional market presence - Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and forecast accuracy - Analyze regional manufacturing trends, competitor activity, and buyer dynamics to refine territory strategy What makes you a great fit: - Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales with consistent revenue attainment - Experience owning and growing a geographic territory independently - Demonstrated ability to proactively build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial buying processes - Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder buying committees and technical decision makers - Analytical mindset with the ability to quantify value and clearly communicate ROI - Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems - Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75 percent within the assigned region - Comfort operating in a fast-growth environment with evolving processes and priorities Our Total Rewards: - Equity in Formic through the stock option program - Competitive and uncapped commission structure - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - FSA and DCFSA, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave - Company-sponsored 401(k) - Home office stipend - Monthly cell phone reimbursement - Flexible time off policy Compensation Philosophy: Formic's pay and equity packages are benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Final offers are customized based on experience, geographic location, market considerations, and preferred balance of cash and equity. Compensation Range: $110,000—$160,000 USD What we look for: - Fearless Optimism - Create the Magic - Today, Not Tomorrow - Seek Truth - Made of Rubber - One Formic Equal Opportunity Employment: Formic is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, business needs, and role requirements. AI Use: Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews to help evaluate candidate responses, while all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Technology

Formic Technologies

Automation Sales Manager

Mid

On-site

Indianapolis, IN

110,004 - 159,996 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Automation Sales Manager role focused on driving regional revenue growth for industrial robotics and automation solutions in SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The position owns the full B2B sales cycle, develops territory strategies, collaborates with engineering teams on automation solutions, and manages customer relationships through contract execution. 🗂️ Requirements: Proven full-cycle B2B sales experience, Consistent revenue attainment, Experience managing and growing a geographic territory, Ability to build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets, Understanding of manufacturing operations, Knowledge of industrial buying processes, Ability to manage multi-stakeholder buying committees, Analytical and ROI communication skills, Proficiency with CRM systems, Willingness to travel up to 75% 📃 Skills: Salesforce, CRM, B2B, Automation, Robotics, Manufacturing, Sales, ROI 🏢 Description: Who we are: Formic is on a mission to reshape American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. As labor constraints rise, costs increase, and global competition intensifies, automation is no longer optional for manufacturers that want to stay competitive. We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment. Backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is scaling rapidly and building the foundation for a new era of high-performance, Made in America production. About the team: Formic's Sales Team drives adoption of automation across SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The team partners closely with Engineering, Solutions, and Customer teams to educate manufacturers, develop territory strategies, and build pipeline through disciplined outreach and consultative selling. About the role: As an Automation Sales Manager, you will be responsible for revenue growth and market expansion within your territory. You will develop and execute a strategic territory plan, build deep knowledge of the regional manufacturing landscape, and establish trusted relationships with manufacturers, integrators, and strategic partners. You will work directly with customers to evaluate automation opportunities, define project requirements, and collaborate with Engineering and Solutions teams to develop system concepts. You will also lead commercial negotiations and own the full sales cycle from initial engagement through contract execution. This is an individual contributor role responsible for driving territory growth, building a strong pipeline, and delivering consistent revenue performance. In this role you will: - Own and execute a regional territory strategy to drive pipeline growth and revenue attainment - Generate and qualify new business opportunities within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts - Lead consultative discovery conversations and on-site meetings with manufacturing decision makers - Develop tailored automation solutions in partnership with Solutions and Engineering teams - Advance opportunities through the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract execution - Build and maintain executive-level relationships across plant, operations, and ownership stakeholders - Represent Formic at industry events and trade shows to expand regional market presence - Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and forecast accuracy - Analyze regional manufacturing trends, competitor activity, and buyer dynamics to refine territory strategy What makes you a great fit: - Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales with consistent revenue attainment - Experience owning and growing a geographic territory independently - Demonstrated ability to proactively build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial buying processes - Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder buying committees and technical decision makers - Analytical mindset with the ability to quantify value and clearly communicate ROI - Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems - Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75 percent within the assigned region - Comfort operating in a fast-growth environment with evolving processes and priorities Our Total Rewards: - Equity in Formic through a stock option program - Competitive and uncapped commission structure - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance - Additional insurance benefits including FSA, DCFSA, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave - Company-sponsored 401(k) - Home office stipend - Monthly cell phone reimbursement - Flexible time off policy Compensation Philosophy: Formic's pay and equity packages are benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Final offers are customized based on experience, geographic location, market considerations, and preferred balance of cash and equity. Compensation Range: $110,000—$160,000 USD What we look for: - Fearless Optimism - Create the Magic - Today, Not Tomorrow - Seek Truth - Made of Rubber - One Formic Equal Opportunity Employment: Formic is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, business needs, and role requirements. AI Use: Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews, while all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Technology

Formic Technologies

Automation Sales Manager

Mid

On-site

Cincinnati, OH

110,004 - 159,996 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Automation Sales Manager role focused on driving revenue growth and expanding automation adoption within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts. The position owns the full sales cycle, develops territory strategies, collaborates with engineering teams on automation solutions, and manages executive-level customer relationships. The role includes significant regional travel and requires experience in B2B manufacturing sales and CRM management. 🗂️ Requirements: Full-cycle B2B sales experience, Revenue attainment track record, Territory management experience, Pipeline generation experience, Manufacturing operations knowledge, Industrial buying process understanding, Ability to manage multi-stakeholder sales cycles, ROI analysis and communication skills, Salesforce or CRM proficiency, Ability to travel up to 75% 📃 Skills: Salesforce, CRM, Automation, Robotics, Manufacturing, Sales 🏢 Description: Who we are: Formic is on a mission to reshape American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. As labor constraints rise, costs increase, and global competition intensifies, automation is no longer optional for manufacturers that want to stay competitive. We deliver automation through a Robotics-as-a-Service model that combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and full-service support into a single, integrated solution. By removing the traditional barriers of cost, complexity, and risk, we enable manufacturers to deploy automation quickly and realize measurable gains in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without large upfront capital investment. Backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is scaling rapidly and building the foundation for a new era of high-performance, Made in America production. About the team: Formic's Sales Team drives adoption of automation across SMB and mid-market manufacturing. The team partners closely with Engineering, Solutions, and Customer teams to educate manufacturers, develop territory strategies, and build pipeline through disciplined outreach and consultative selling. About the role: As an Automation Sales Manager, you will be responsible for revenue growth and market expansion within your territory. You will develop and execute a strategic territory plan, build deep knowledge of the regional manufacturing landscape, and establish trusted relationships with manufacturers, integrators, and strategic partners. You will work directly with customers to evaluate automation opportunities, define project requirements, and collaborate with Engineering and Solutions teams to develop system concepts. You will also lead commercial negotiations and own the full sales cycle from initial engagement through contract execution. This is an individual contributor role responsible for driving territory growth, building a strong pipeline, and delivering consistent revenue performance. In this role you will: - Own and execute a regional territory strategy to drive pipeline growth and revenue attainment - Generate and qualify new business opportunities within SMB and mid-market manufacturing accounts - Lead consultative discovery conversations and on-site meetings with manufacturing decision makers - Develop tailored automation solutions in partnership with Solutions and Engineering teams - Advance opportunities through the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract execution - Build and maintain executive-level relationships across plant, operations, and ownership stakeholders - Represent Formic at industry events and trade shows to expand regional market presence - Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and forecast accuracy - Analyze regional manufacturing trends, competitor activity, and buyer dynamics to refine territory strategy What makes you a great fit: - Proven success in full-cycle B2B sales with consistent revenue attainment - Experience owning and growing a geographic territory independently - Demonstrated ability to proactively build pipeline in new or underpenetrated markets - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial buying processes - Ability to navigate multi-stakeholder buying committees and technical decision makers - Analytical mindset with the ability to quantify value and clearly communicate ROI - Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems - Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75 percent within the assigned region - Comfort operating in a fast-growth environment with evolving processes and priorities Our Total Rewards: At Formic, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits and perks package for full-time, U.S.-based team members, including: - Equity in Formic through a stock option program - Competitive and uncapped commission structure - Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield and Unum - FSA and DCFSA, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave - Company-sponsored 401(k) - Home office stipend - Monthly cell phone reimbursement - Flexible PTO policy Compensation Philosophy: Formic's pay and equity packages are benchmarked against peer companies at a similar growth stage. Final offers are customized based on experience, geographic location, market considerations, and preferred balance of cash and equity. Compensation Range: $110,000—$160,000 USD What we look for: - Fearless Optimism - Create the Magic - Today, Not Tomorrow - Seek Truth - Made of Rubber - One Formic Equal Opportunity Employment: Formic is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, business needs, and role requirements. AI Use: Formic uses AI-powered tools in some interviews to help evaluate candidate responses, but all final hiring decisions are made by humans.