Business Development Director - Energy (Utilities & LNG)
This role is based in Houston, TX.
About the role
We are seeking a Business Development Director to drive new logo acquisition and expand whitespace opportunities within the Energy sector (Utilities & LNG). As a market-facing industry seller, you will leverage deep sector expertise to identify, engage, and convert new enterprise clients, positioning EPAM as a strategic transformation partner in digital transformation, customer experience, data, and AI. This role emphasizes net-new revenue generation, consultative engagement, and high-value account penetration.
Responsibilities
- Own new logo acquisition within the Energy sector, driving net-new revenue growth
- Identify and convert whitespace opportunities across existing or underdeveloped industry accounts
- Build and execute industry-led account penetration strategies
- Develop senior stakeholder relationships (C-suite, VP-level) within Energy organizations
- Leverage industry insight and market trends to shape compelling, relevant client propositions
- Lead the full sales lifecycle from prospecting and qualification through to deal closure
- Proactively generate pipeline through targeted outreach, industry campaigns, and events
- Position EPAM's capabilities across digital transformation, data, cloud, and AI in an industry context
- Collaborate with internal teams to align solutions with sector-specific client challenges
- Represent EPAM at industry events, forums, and networks to strengthen brand presence
- Maintain disciplined pipeline management, forecasting, and reporting
Requirements
- 10-15 years of experience in IT sales / business development with a strong focus on Energy clients
- Proven track record of winning new logos and expanding whitespace within industry accounts
- Strong understanding of Energy market dynamics, challenges, and transformation drivers
- Experience selling complex, multi-service or consulting-led engagements
- Demonstrated ability to build pipeline from scratch and close net-new opportunities
- Established network across Energy stakeholders and decision-makers
- Experience engaging with C-level stakeholders and navigating complex organizations
- Bachelor's degree in business, technology, or related field
- Strong communication, negotiation, and commercial acumen
- Ability to operate independently in a high-growth, target-driven environment
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
- Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off – 15-25 days accrued annually, depending on level and tenure
- Paid Holidays – nine (9) total per year
- Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus program (if otherwise qualified)
- Eligibility for discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program (if hired into a qualifying level)
Pay
Salary range: $175,000–$215,000 USD. This position is also eligible for variable compensation incentives.
This is a remote position, but it cannot be performed in New York City. EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this role; candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.