Business Development Executive - HydroAI

Business Development Executive Innovasea | Aquatic Solutions Built for Life Ready to join a passionate team committed to a more sustainable future? Innovasea (pronounced In-no-va-see) is at the forefront of revolutionizing aquaculture solutions and advancing the science of fish tracking. We provide complete end-to-end solutions to improve sustainable fish farming and better understand and preserve our marine and freshwater habitats. When you work at Innovasea, you join a group of over 275 employees committed to our values of authenticity, collaboration, commitment, innovation and stewardship. As a member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of an organization relentlessly committed to building a better tomorrow. About the role At Innovasea, we’re revolutionizing aquatic ecosystem monitoring with cutting-edge technology. Our HydroAI™ platform uses artificial intelligence to automate fish counting and species identification—helping hydropower operators meet environmental regulations and protect aquatic life. We’re looking for a passionate and strategic Business Development Executive to lead the charge in expanding HydroAI’s reach. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and business strategy, this is your chance to make a real impact. Key Responsibilities Identify and develop new business opportunities in hydropower, tidal energy, and environmental monitoring. Build strong relationships with utilities, regulators, and research institutions. Drive go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and partnership initiatives. Lead proposal development for RFPs, grants, and strategic collaborations. Represent Innovasea at industry events and regulatory forums. What We’re Looking For 5+ years in business development, preferably in environmental tech, hydropower, or AI. A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Deep understanding of environmental compliance and aquatic ecosystems. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Willingness to travel up to 30%. Nice to have Experience with fish passage systems or aquatic telemetry. Familiarity with AI/ML technologies. Benefits Paid time off and holidays Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave Pension Employer-paid medical, dental, vision Wellness Allowance Hybrid schedule option available ( must be locat ed in HRM and available to be onsite weekly ) Innovasea is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This role helps hydropower operators meet environmental regulations and protect aquatic life through the HydroAI platform, which uses AI to automate fish counting and species identification, contributing to sustainable aquatic ecosystem monitoring.

• 5+ years in business development, preferably in environmental tech, hydropower, or AI.
• A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of environmental compliance and aquatic ecosystems.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Pension
• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision
• Wellness Allowance
• Hybrid schedule option available (must be located in HRM and available to be onsite weekly)

Innovasea is at the forefront of revolutionizing aquaculture solutions and advancing the science of fish tracking, providing complete end-to-end solutions to improve sustainable fish farming and better understand and preserve marine and freshwater habitats.