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Robotex

Business Development Analyst

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

... both RoboteX's senior team, as well as our investors -among them some of the biggest names in ... business development team, including market research andvarious special projects - Research ...

Robotex

Business Development Analyst

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

... both RoboteX's senior team, as well as our investors - among them some of the biggest names in ... If you want to build a business rather than just analyze one, this job is for you. - Engage in ...

Vast

Business Development Analyst II

Long Beach, CA

Vast is looking for a Business Development Analyst II, reporting to the Senior Vice President, Satellite Business Development & Commercialization, to support the development of the systems that will ...

Vast

Business Development Analyst II

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$86K - $122K/yr

Vast is looking for a Business Development Analyst II, reporting to the Senior Vice President, Satellite Business Development & Commercialization, to support the development of the systems that will ...

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How much do senior business development analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior business development analyst in California is $96,718.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $117,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Business Development Analyst vs Business Development Analyst?

AspectSenior Business Development AnalystBusiness Development Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in business analysis, possibly certifications like CBAPBachelor's degree, entry-level to mid-level experience, often no certifications required
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, consulting firms, or startups; strategic planning focusSales teams, marketing departments, or client-facing roles
Employer & Industry UsageFinance, tech, consulting, and corporate sectorsSales, marketing, and business services industries
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for experience level and responsibilitiesEntry to mid-level role, less strategic focus

The main difference between a Senior Business Development Analyst and a Business Development Analyst lies in experience, responsibilities, and strategic involvement. Senior analysts typically have more experience, handle complex projects, and contribute to strategic planning, whereas business analysts focus on supporting sales and marketing efforts with less seniority.

What does a senior business development analyst do?

A senior business development analyst identifies growth opportunities, analyzes market trends, and develops strategies to expand a company's business. They often conduct financial modeling, prepare reports, and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive revenue. Strong analytical skills and experience with CRM tools are typically required for this role.

What cities in California are hiring for Senior Business Development Analyst jobs?

Cities in California with the most Senior Business Development Analyst job openings:

Infographic showing various Senior Business Development Analyst job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,718 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Sr. or Staff Business Development Analyst

San Jose, CA

Antora Energy
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$158K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

  Position Summary

The Business Development Analyst is an integral member of Antora's international development team, providing essential support to senior team members focused on originating high-quality industrial decarbonization projects. These are large scale, often >$100M industrial energy projects requiring close technical and economic team collaboration across a broad internal and external team. This role involves identifying market opportunities, supporting customer onboarding and early project development, conducting initial financial modeling, and developing project proposals. Projects are mostly international, with initial focus in Spain and Australia, but will include projects in other countries including the US. The Analyst will also contribute to developing and streamlining processes and systems that enhance the development team's efficiency and effectiveness.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Support senior business development team members in identifying and assessing new market opportunities and project leads in targeted industrial sectors.
  • Assist with onboarding industrial customers and managing early-stage project development activities to ensure successful project initiation. 
  • Conduct financial modeling and screening of potential projects to assess feasibility and profitability, including being able to structure project economics from energy bills, weigh the impacts of utility rate or capital costs changes, etc.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, project finance, and legal teams to gather insights and resources that drive successful project outcomes.
  • Develop, format, and refine proposals and presentations to communicate project value propositions to customers and stakeholders.
  • Support the creation and refinement of Business Development processes and systems, helping the team scale efficiently and maintain high productivity.
 Key Qualifications
  • 8+ years of experience in business development, finance, or a similar role, ideally within the industrial or energy sectors.
  • Experience running energy project finance models from energy bill level data inputs
  • Strong proficiency in modeling, market research, presentation building and data analysis.
  • Strong quantitative and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience with proposal development.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.
 Additional Qualifications Desired
  • Fluency in Spanish (nice to have but not required), ideally with working familiarity with technical energy language skill
  • Familiarity with renewable energy markets, industrial decarbonization, or thermal applications.
  • Experience with CRM software and project management tools.
  • Exposure to energy projects in biofuels, food, chemicals, or other thermally intensive industries.

Work Location:  Onsite - San Jose, CA

Salary Range:  $158,000 USD - $225,000 USD

Salary Basis:  Annual

Please note that the salary range listed above reflects Antora Energy's estimated pay for this position. The actual salary offered will be within the posted range and determined based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experiences, credentials and expertise, as they pertain to the position's requirements.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Antora Energy's Total Rewards program includes equity compensation in the form of stock options, a premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance, a 401K plan with employer contributions, flexible spending accounts, and an industry leading paid-time-off policy that features flexible and inclusive holiday observance, as well as paid volunteer time off.

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