Director Fermentation Science Jobs in California

EVERY™ is a leading VC-backed food tech ingredient company and market leader using precision fermentation to create animal proteins without the animal for the global food and beverage industry. EVERY™ is a team of passionate change-makers who are reimagining the factory farm model with a kinder, more sustainable alternative. Leveraging precision fermentation to produce hyper-functional and one-to-one replacement proteins from microorganisms, EVERY™ is on a mission to decouple the world’s proteins from the animals that make them. We are a passionate, determined (and fun!) team with a vital objective, and we're on the lookout for like-minded people to join our mission. For more information, visit www.every.com

With our product now proven and scaling, EVERY™ is entering its next phase of growth, bringing our groundbreaking animal-free egg proteins to customers across the global food industry. We’re looking for a driven, strategic, and entrepreneurial Sales leader who can convert this market opportunity into commercial success.

• Build and close new business: Identify, pursue, and convert high-value customers in food and ingredient applications, from first contact through commercialization. Collaborate with internal R&D and applications teams to translate customer needs into product solutions. Support customers through onboarding, supplier qualification, and scaling to purchase orders.
• Navigate complex organizations: Engage key decision-makers across R&D, Marketing, Procurement/Supply Chain, and Leadership to drive adoption of EVERY’s proteins.
• Expand market presence: Develop and execute outreach strategies across priority categories and regions to accelerate customer acquisition.
• Own your pipeline: Manage forecasting, pipeline development, and deal progression with accuracy and urgency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner closely with Marketing, Product Development, Supply Chain, and Technical teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Represent EVERY externally: Be the face of our brand to customers, distributors, and partners, articulating the functional, cost, and sustainability benefits of our products.
• Feed insights back into the business: Bring customer feedback and market intelligence to inform product development and strategic direction.

• 5–10 years of business development, sales, or commercial experience within the food, ingredient, or related B2B sector.
• Strong understanding of food product development cycles, commercialization processes, and customer decision-making structures.
• Proven success generating leads, managing a sales pipeline, and closing complex B2B deals.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, able to influence across technical and commercial audiences.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate technical value into business outcomes.
• Hands-on, hungry, and self-starting: thrives in ambiguity and moves fast to capture opportunities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Food Science, Marketing, or related field (MBA a plus).
• Authorized to work in the United States.

• Experience with food ingredients, fermentation-derived proteins, flavors, or specialty food technologies.
• Background in high-growth or startup environments where speed and adaptability are essential.
• Existing network of contacts in food and ingredient R&D or procurement.
• Experience managing or mentoring inside sales or business development teams.

• Comprehensive benefits: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and stock options
• Tasty perks: Weekly catered lunches
• Customizable options: FSA, HSA, Commuter, Pet Care, and additional life insurance
• Work-life harmony: Flexible PTO and 10+ paid company holidays per year
• Onsite conveniences: Free parking and unlimited gym access
• Energizing refreshments: Unlimited sparkling water, granola bars, snacks, local coffee, and tea
• Exciting socials: Themed happy hours and quarterly company outings
• Open communication: Monthly all-hands meetings and direct access to CEO and leadership
• Ideal location: Close to Daly City BART and Caltrain stations

Pay Range: US$150,000 - US$180,000 per annum plus Bonus & Stock Options

At EVERY™ pay ranges are subject to change and assigned to a job based on the location specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.

EVERY is dedicated to building a just environment based on merit and kindness. EVERY’s goal is to have a workplace that enables productivity and meaningful work for individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and lifestyles, allowing all employees to feel comfortable being their true, authentic selves at work.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify personal information and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at hiring@every.com

Job details

Job type: Permanent

Salary: US$ 150,000 - US$ 180,000 per annum

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