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Rhombus is purposefully transforming the nation’s defense and national security enterprises with Guardian, its Artificial Intelligence platform for strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making at the speed of relevance.

We are looking for people who are driven by a sense of purpose. In this role, you will serve as Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing to solve our customer’s uniquely complex problems. We work to provide relevant, actionable, and AI-powered insights at each step in the defense decision-making cycle. Rhombus uses data-driven technology to equip our clients with the tools they need to solve the complex, interconnected challenges they face. 

Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

Rhombus Power is seeking a Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing to manage the delivery of complex enterprise AI software deployments. Candidates are expected to bring a strong track record of driving tangible business value and outcomes for DoD customers, with expertise in application development, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and with data integration. 

The Director of Federal Sector, Resourcing will have multiple responsibilities including the following: growing and managing an on-site team, working with reach-back developers and leadership, providing software deliverables to clients including program management during the period of performance, and capturing new business opportunities. 

We’re seeking someone in leadership experience of small to medium sized teams, with subject matter expertise in PPBE, Resource Planning, and POM cycles. Headquarters Air Force (HAF) experience is highly preferred. 

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining close relationships with senior executives and leaders of our multiple clients, working with these stakeholders to fully understand their needs, and then fully executing these partnerships from proposal through project implementation. You must be willing to lead projects to completion and not wait for detailed instruction from company leadership.

This position requires technical aptitude and a combination of skills: strategy consulting, facilitation, stakeholder management, project management, process optimization, analytics, and AI methods - a person who loves fixing problems and always brings their best to work. 

This role requires U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residence. Active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance (Secret or higher) is highly preferred. 

Responsibilities

• Manage Client Relationships: Act as the primary point of contact for the client, building strong, lasting relationships to ensure client satisfaction and retention. Work closely with the client to understand their specific needs and guide them through the product development and user training. 
• Client Training and Onboarding: Drive development and delivery of training tutorials to ensure the client's team is proficient in using Guardian products and applications.
• Integrate Client Feedback: Regularly gather and review client feedback to iterate on product development and identify opportunities for additional product features or services.
• Cross-functional Project Management: Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the timely product delivery and resolution of technical issues.
• Drive Business Growth: Collaborate with the business development team to identify and pursue opportunities to expand the client's use of products and services. 
• Generate New Business Leads: Leverage client interactions and industry networking to identify potential new clients and business opportunities, collaborating with the business development and marketing teams to convert leads into customers.

Qualifications

• A Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research or similar field; Advanced Engineering degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years delivery management experience with enterprise solutions.
• Experience leading engagements with substantial exposure and involvement with data science, cloud infrastructure, solution architecture, application development, and data engineering. 
• Credible customer presence, capable of stepping into a trusted advisor role. 
• Leadership experience, the ability to enforce good project governance and promote delivery excellence.
• Excellent presentation, written, communication with keen attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
• This role requires U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residence. Active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance (Secret or higher) is highly preferred. 

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $190,000 to $240,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Location: Washington, D.C.

We are seeking an exceptional early-career leader to serve as Director of Strategic Growth.

Reporting directly to the CEO with intensive mentorship during your first year, you will leverage your government relationships and policy expertise to structure and close transformational deals that establish Rhombus as the predictive intelligence partner of choice for defense and national security organizations in your assigned territory.

This is a rare opportunity for rising stars in the defense policy community with congressional, parliamentary, or senior government experience and deep networks across defense, intelligence, and foreign policy establishments—to transition into a high-impact commercial role. You will combine your understanding of how governments make decisions with the business acumen to negotiate complex deals, acting as both strategic advisor and deal maker - from opportunity identification, to structuring the offering to meet the specific needs of the potential client, to negotiating the successful contracts finalization, you will be deeply involved in, some of the most consequential technology partnerships in national security.

If you're a former congressional staffer, defense policy professional, or government strategist who has spent the last few years building industry experience and are ready to own revenue outcomes while shaping how allied nations deploy AI for national security, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Own Sales and Revenue Growth in Assigned Geographic Area: Structure, negotiate, and close high-value deals ($5M-$50M+) with defense ministries, intelligence agencies, and national security organizations across your geographic area of responsibility (United States, Europe, or Asia-Pacific).
• Leverage Government Networks and Relationships: Activate your existing relationships with senior officials, congressional/parliamentary leaders, defense committees, and national security stakeholders to open doors, facilitate introductions, and position Rhombus for strategic opportunities.
• Structure Strategic Partnerships and Agreements: Design deal structures, partnership frameworks, and contractual arrangements that align Rhombus capabilities with government priorities, including multi-year programs, pilot-to-production pathways, and allied nation collaborations.
• Serve as Trusted Advisor to Senior Government Officials: Engage at the highest levels of government—Ministers, Assistant Secretaries, Committee Staff Directors, Intelligence Directors, and SES officials—articulating how Rhombus' predictive intelligence capabilities address strategic national security challenges.
• Develop Market Entry and Expansion Strategies: Assess political landscapes, defense priorities, threat perceptions, and budget environments in your assigned geographic area to identify high-potential opportunities and craft go-to-market strategies that resonate with government buyers.
• Collaborate with CEO on Strategic Vision: Work directly for the CEO contributing to company strategy, shaping product-market fit for government customers, and representing Rhombus in high-stakes negotiations and policy discussions.
• Coordinate Cross-Functionally on Deal Execution: Partner with Product, Engineering, Customer Success, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure deal structures are technically feasible, legally sound, and operationally deliverable, managing handoffs from signed contract to successful implementation.
• Report on Pipeline and Deal Progression: Deliver regular updates to CEO and Senior Management Team on pipeline development, deal status, relationship-building progress, and market dynamics, with clear visibility into revenue forecasts and strategic opportunities in your territory.
• Represent Rhombus at Government and Industry Forums: Serve as company representative at defense conferences, bilateral meetings, congressional hearings (as appropriate), parliamentary inquiries, security dialogues, and industry events relevant to your geographic market.

Qualifications

• Government Policy and Legislative Experience: Background as congressional staffer (ideally with Armed Services Committee, Intelligence Committee, or Foreign Relations Committee), parliamentary advisor, senior defense ministry official, or equivalent government role with direct exposure to national security policy and decision-making at the highest levels.
• Established Government Network: Deep, active relationships across defense and national security establishments in your assigned geographic area, including senior officials in defense ministries, intelligence agencies, military services, legislative bodies, and national security councils. You should be able to name 20+ senior contacts you could call today.
• Industry Transition Experience (minimum 3 years): Post-government experience in defense technology, consulting, or related industry roles where you've begun applying your policy expertise to commercial outcomes.
• Deep Understanding of Defense Procurement and Authorization: Expert knowledge of how governments buy technology, allocate budgets, and authorize programs, including familiarity with authorization processes (e.g., NDAA in U.S., defense white papers internationally), appropriations cycles, and procurement frameworks.
• Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess geopolitical dynamics, defense priorities, threat landscapes, and political environments to identify opportunities and craft strategies. Background in political science, international relations, security studies, or related fields.
• Exceptional Communication and Executive Presence: Ability to engage credibly with Ministers, Generals, Assistant Secretaries, Committee Staff Directors, and CEOs. Skilled at articulating complex technology capabilities in focused policy-relevant terms and writing policy papers, briefing memos, and strategic documents.
• Educational Background: Degree from top-tier institution in political science, international relations, security studies, or related field (e.g. Georgetown, Johns Hopkins SAIS, Harvard Kennedy School, Tufts’ Fletcher School, Princeton, Yale, or equivalent). Advanced degree (Master's or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Geographic and Cultural Expertise: Deep knowledge of regional defense ecosystems, political dynamics, and cultural norms in your assigned territory. Native or near-native language capability as relevant.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset and Ownership Mentality: Comfort operating with significant autonomy, building strategies from scratch, and owning revenue outcomes. Willingness to learn commercial skills rapidly while applying government expertise. 
• Security Clearance Eligibility: U.S. citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance.
• Willingness to Travel Extensively: Flexibility to travel 50%+ for customer meetings, government engagements, conferences, and headquarters visits. Regular travel to Palo Alto, CA headquarters is expected.

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, aggressive commission structure tied to closed revenue, equity participation, and benefits. Compensation package designed to reward top performers who exceed ambitious revenue targets.

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Location

Washington, D.C. - This position will be based onsite at our D.C. office.

Job Description

As an Intelligence Intern at Rhombus Power, you will work with our Intelligence Analysts to support the production of impactful intelligence assessments on topics including foreign military activities, weapons development, regional conflicts, and country stability to support U.S. and Allied national security decision making. You will use Rhombus’ unique, AI-derived data, along with a spectrum of open-source information, to help generate intelligence products. Our intelligence interns support the Intelligence Team in aggregating data, conducting research and analysis on global security topics, developing reports and military installation overviews, and other tasks.

Candidates should have a strong interest in global affairs and familiarity with major global issues. They should be proactive, tech savvy, and able to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced work environment. Candidates should also have strong analytic and written and verbal communication skills.

We are hiring immediately. There is ample opportunity for successful interns to grow within the Analysis Department and transition to full time employees at the end of the internship.

This internship is available for full-time commitment ideally for Summer 2026. Current undergraduates (Juniors and Seniors preferred) and Graduate-level students are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Support impactful intelligence production that helps answer our customers’ most complex intelligence questions
• Develop a thorough understanding of client intelligence needs and ensure analytic contributions and production effectively and efficiently meet those needs
• Utilize Rhombus’ AI-informed intelligence capabilities and perform targeted open-source research to support individual and team intelligence production
• Discover and assess open-source data streams that complement Rhombus’ raw data or can help in solution development
• Support enhancement of Rhombus intelligence capabilities by providing feedback on existing features and supporting the development of new applications and features
• Develop and employ strong analytic tradecraft to produce intelligence products that are supported with evidence, properly cited, and clearly written

Qualifications

• Pursuing BA or BS in International Affairs, Political Science, Economics, or similar social science.
• Experience performing academic research and analytic writing.
• Comfort using and developing qualitative and quantitative analytical methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Data analysis skills including geospatial analysis, Python, STATA, or R are highly desired.
• Due to the nature of our work, we are only seeking U.S. citizens for this position.
• Available a minimum of 12-weeks of full-time commitment for the Summer.

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled DevSecOps Engineer to support our team who will help to build and maintain development, data and operational pipelines. In this role, you will design and automate CI/CD pipelines, manage cloud infrastructure through Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and implement security controls to protect critical systems. You will work closely with development teams to enhance automation and ensure compliance with security policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in Linux system management, API security, and cloud security practices, along with the ability to collaborate in Agile environments and respond to production and security incidents proactively.

Responsibilities

• Implement Infrastructure as Code to manage cloud resources efficiently, ensuring scalability and flexibility for all workloads.
• Integrate security controls into the development lifecycle (DevOps principles) to ensure systems are secure from the outset.
• Implement containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for deployment, ensuring security practices are embedded into container lifecycle management.
• Develop and maintain security automation tools and processes.
• Actively participate in incident response and compliance activities.
• Be available for on-call support and system maintenance tasks during non-working hours and days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Expertise in containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with Git based source control platforms like GitLab and GitHub.
• Programming proficiency in languages like Python or Bash scripting.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines from scratch with security checks and automated tests integrated, in a context of deploying into Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management, static code analysis, and security testing tools.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work in Agile environments.

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $190,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, Compliance Manager to enhance our government, commercial, and international compliance program. We seek a scrappy, start-up minded operator who embeds compliance into daily workflows. Someone who's in the weeds on contracts everyday, translating compliance into execution quickly, and has the natural drive to be the operational glue between executive team, legal counsel, contracts, and the business/sales — embedding compliance into real deals under pressure. 

Reporting to the General Counsel and partnering closely with our Contracts Manager, this is a contract-heavy compliance role that's embedded in revenue flow and deal closing, with the longer term goal of informing a fully built-out compliance function. This role will drive corporate compliance initiatives — including data privacy, export controls, anti-bribery regulations, and international trade compliance — while supporting scalable, audit-ready business operations across multiple jurisdictions. 

Responsibilities

• Lead Corporate and International Compliance Frameworks: Develop, implement, and maintain robust compliance programs that align with domestic and international regulations, corporate policies, and ethical standards.
• Monitor and Assess Compliance Risks: Identify areas of potential legal or regulatory exposure across commercial and international operations; develop mitigation strategies and corrective action plans.
• Support Contracting and Procurement Compliance: Partner with the Contracts Manager to ensure that agreements align with compliance requirements (e.g. data protection clauses, export restrictions, conflict of interest certifications) and reflect applicable risk-management principles.
• Develop Compliance Policies and Procedures: Draft and maintain company-wide compliance policies covering areas such as anti-bribery (FCPA/UKBA), data privacy (GDPR, CCPA), export control (EAR/ITAR), and recordkeeping.
• Conduct Compliance Training and Awareness: Design and deliver engaging training programs to increase employee awareness of compliance obligations, ethical conduct, and reporting mechanisms.
• Identify, Investigate, and Resolve Compliance Issues: Lead internal investigations of potential violations, coordinate remediation activities, and partner with legal and HR teams to ensure consistent enforcement.
• Coordinate with External Regulators and Auditors: Manage responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, or certifications, ensuring timely and transparent communication.
• Implement Compliance Monitoring Tools: Support deployment of automated systems to track required certifications, training completion, and risk assessments.
• Facilitate Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments including, Finance, HR, and Operations to embed compliance controls in business workflows and decision-making.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience managing compliance programs in regulated industries (e.g., defense, technology, or data services).
• Strong working knowledge of key compliance domains: anti-corruption, sanctions, export controls, data privacy, and corporate ethics.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and mitigate risk in global operations, with experience supporting international subsidiaries or vendor ecosystems.
• Proven success collaborating with cross-functional teams, including contracts, legal, HR, and operations.
• Experience developing policies, conducting investigations, and managing compliance training programs.
• Proficiency in compliance management tools and reporting systems.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/E or CIPP/US), or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build a culture of compliance across all levels of the organization.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to work in a high-visibility, high-impact environment.
• International experience working with diverse legal and regulatory frameworks strongly preferred.

Compensation: $160,000 to $230,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto. We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

We are looking to hiring a Deployment / DevOps Engineer who will work to deploy and implement Rhombus software solutions. The Deployment Engineer will also train users and obtain user feedback, as well as interacting with the Rhombus product team on current and upcoming user requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience with basic software programming, containerized solutions, DevOps procedures and processes, and with working in an Agile environment.

As a Deployment / DevOps Engineer at Rhombus, you will have the opportunity to build strong systems and software utilizing cloud capabilities to support Rhombus' projects within the national security enterprise! Based in DevOps framework, you will participate in and/or direct major deliverables throughout all aspects of the software development lifecycle including scope and work estimation, scripting, architecture and design, coding and unit testing. Applicants should be self-motivated, curious problem solvers. 

THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HOLD AN ACTIVE CLEARANCE

Responsibilities

• Managing, building, configuring, administering, operating and maintaining all components that comprise the DevOps environment
• Developing and maintaining scripts to automate tool deployment to an AWS cloud environment and other tasks. Sold scripting experience is a must! 
• You'll be responsible for scripting and maintaining build environments
• Working with project teams to integrate their products into the DevOps environment
• Conducting round table discussions on capabilities to ensure smooth deployment 
• Defining enterprise Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment processes and best practices
• Codifying software development best practices across the enterprise
• Developing automated testing framework within DevOps processes

Qualifications

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance, please apply only if you have an active clearance
• At minimum, BA/BS degree in Computer Science or similar technology-focused programs
• At minimum 5 years' experience 
• Experience working on Amazon Web Services (AWS) technologies
• Experience with DevOps pipeline tools and technologies, including Docker, Chef, Jenkins, Ansible, or Kubernetes
• Experience with Command line experience in Linux or Unix
• Experience with HTML, PHP and Python
• Comfortable with SQL
• AWS Solution Architect or AWS SysOps Administrator Certification
• Security+ CE, SSCP, CCNA-Security, or GSEC Certification would be preferred
• Experience in working closely with software developers to integrate, configure, and deploy commercial products
• Experience with Multi cloud management
• Knowledge in complex application integration AWS certification

Personal Qualities:

• Must have strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
• We’re seeking folks with strong intellectual curiosity and creativity, with an ability and willingness to learn new skills and apply novel solutions to problems
• Comfort in a fast-paced start-up environment is crucial, with the ability to consistently revise your approach in response to new information, and to be flexible and adaptive

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $190,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

About the Role: This is a contractor role. Candidates need to be located in the D.C. region, and have the ability to come onsite.

As an Associate Data Analyst, you will play a critical role in verifying and improving the quality of event data that fuels our predictive intelligence systems. You'll review event records extracted from global news sources—checking the accuracy of event classifications, actor identification, geographic tagging, and temporal coding against original source material.

This position is perfect for individuals who are:

• Highly detail-oriented with strong reading comprehension
• Knowledgeable about and interested in global current events and geopolitics
• Able to navigate and interpret news articles from diverse international sources
• Excited to apply their analytical skills to real-world defense applications and gain experience working with machine learning and artificial intelligence.
• Have prior experience serving in a data labeling role maintaining high accuracy under demanding timelines. 

Key Responsibilities

• Review event records against original news sources to verify accuracy of event type, actors involved, location, and date.
• Identify and flag coding errors, misattributions, or inconsistencies in event data.
• Apply sound judgment on ambiguous cases; document reasoning to maintain validation consistency.
• Proactively communicate with project leadership on progress, challenges, and workflow improvements, including quality assurance.
• Help refine validation standards and contribute to process improvements where possible.
• Develop deeper expertise in event data structures and gain familiarity with how validated datasets improve machine learning model performance.
• Maintain and uphold data security standards.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree, completed or in-progress.
• Strong knowledge of international affairs, geopolitics, or current events—regional expertise (South Asia, East Asia, Middle East, etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent English reading comprehension; additional language proficiency is highly valued.
• Strong command of Microsoft Suite and Google tools such as Excel, Word, Sheets, etc. and well-versed in file management—we want those who are highly organized.
• Detail oriented with experience reviewing data for errors or inconsistencies and making corrections to maintain quality and accuracy.
• Proven analytical and logical reasoning skills—able to manage multiple datasets and tasks with precision and consistency.
• Self-starter with a bias for action, strong attention to detail, and ability to maintain accuracy and productivity under tight deadlines.

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto. We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

We are seeking a senior executive with exceptional government relationships and credibility to serve as our Head of Sales. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead our global sales organization while serving as the face of Rhombus at the highest levels of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and international defense markets. This role requires a unique combination of strategic sales leadership and executive relationship management, with significant emphasis on opening doors, representing the company at key industry events, and leveraging senior-level networks to accelerate pipeline development. You will oversee two VPs of Sales while spending substantial time working the Hill, engaging with policy stakeholders, attending conferences, and building relationships with flag officers, SES executives, and international defense leaders. This position is based in Washington, D.C. and requires extensive travel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Face of Rhombus: Represent Rhombus at industry conferences, networking events, Hill engagements, and policy forums, building brand awareness and credibility with senior government and military leadership.
• Leverage Senior-Level Relationships: Open doors and facilitate introductions with 3-star and 4-star flag officers, SES-3 and above civilian executives, Program Executive Officers (PEOs), and equivalent international defense officials across DoD, IC, and allied nations.
• Lead Global Sales Organization: Oversee all sales operations including US Government and international sales, managing VPs of Sales and ensuring alignment on strategy, pipeline development, and revenue targets.
• Drive Strategic Deal Execution: Serve as executive sponsor on large strategic opportunities ($5M+), navigating complex government procurement processes and leveraging senior relationships to advance deals through lengthy sales cycles.
• Work Policy and Government Relations: Engage with Congressional staff, policy offices, and government affairs stakeholders to position Rhombus favorably within defense and intelligence communities.
• Coordinate with CEO on Strategic Accounts: Partner closely with the CEO on highest-priority accounts, executive engagement strategy, and key customer relationships that require founder-level involvement.
• Build and Scale DC Sales Operations: Support the growth of the D.C.-based sales team from current state to 20-30 people over the next 18 months, ensuring the team has senior-level air cover and access needed to close major programs.
• Accelerate International Sales: Leverage relationships with allied and partner nation defense officials to open doors for the international sales team, supporting expansion of our off-the-shelf OSINT offering.
• Navigate Complex Procurement Environments: Provide strategic guidance on major government procurements, competitive protests, and multi-year program opportunities, drawing on deep understanding of FAR, DFARS, and IC contracting vehicles.
• Report on Sales Performance and Pipeline Health: Deliver regular updates to CEO and executive leadership on pipeline development, relationship-building progress, major opportunity status, and sales team performance.

Qualifications

• Retired 3-star or 4-star military officer, SES-3 or above civilian executive, or equivalent senior government official with 20-30 years of DoD/IC career experience.
• Deep, active network across DoD and Intelligence Community: Established relationships with flag officers, SES executives, PEOs, and senior defense officials across multiple agencies and commands.
• 5-10 years post-retirement experience in defense technology sales leadership, with proven track record closing $100M+ in cumulative government contracts at enterprise software or defense technology companies.
• Executive presence and relationship management: Natural ability to work a room, build rapport with senior officials, and represent the company with credibility at the highest levels of government and military leadership.
• International defense relationships preferred: Existing connections with allied and partner nation defense officials (Five Eyes, NATO, Pacific allies) is a strong plus.
• Understanding of complex government sales: Deep knowledge of government procurement processes, competitive dynamics, and strategies for winning large ($10M+) multi-year programs.
• TS/SCI security clearance: Active clearance required, or ability to immediately reactivate clearance.
• Washington, D.C. based: Must be located in D.C./Northern Virginia area with willingness to travel extensively (50%+) for conferences, customer meetings, and international engagements.
• Comfortable with distributed leadership model: Ability to provide strategic direction and executive air cover to VPs of Sales while focusing personal time on relationship building and door opening at senior levels.
• Scaling experience: Experience building or contributing to growth of defense technology companies from $50M to $500M+ in revenue.

Salary Range

• The estimated base salary range for this position is $180,000 to $260,000/year

Benefits 

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents 
• 401k matching program 
• PTO and Holidays 
• Bonus and other incentive programs
• Access to mental health program
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care, Dependent and Commuter

About Rhombus 

Rhombus Power Inc. (Rhombus) is a startup located in the heart of Silicon Valley at Stanford Research Park in Palo Alto.  We use cutting-edge cross-disciplinary approaches to solve pressing Big Data and Sensing problems in security, energy, and healthcare. Our advisory board includes two Nobel Laureates and a Draper Prize winner. 

Rhombus compensates, motivates, and develops employees, who are trusted, empowered, and involved. Employees have clear roles and expectations – and their roles are flexible enough to move at the speed of innovation in order to meet and exceed client expectations. We have a unique culture of global purpose, rooted in the innovation and progress of Silicon Valley. 

Rhombus knows that diversity is a condition for success. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.