Business Development Director Jobs in Washington

Business Development Director jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, aerospace, cloud services, and enterprise software, with demand at every level from emerging director through senior vice president. Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Boeing maintain large business development functions. The most in-demand specialties in Washington include cloud and SaaS partnerships, defense and government contracting, and life sciences commercialization. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerIQVIA
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring6
Work type41% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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TeamHealth
Director, Business Development (Post-Acute Care)
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Director, Business Development (Post-Acute Care)
TeamHealth
Seattle, Washington
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Ryder System
Director Business Development - Supply Chain
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Director Business Development - Supply Chain
Ryder System
Olympia, Washington
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$150k - $180k/yr
Master's degree in business administration

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CoStar Group
Director of Business Development, Listings/Digital Solutions - Zonda - Seattle, WA
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Director of Business Development, Listings/Digital Solutions - Zonda - Seattle, WA
CoStar Group
Seattle, Washington
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$80k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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IQVIA
Senior Director, Emerging BioPharma, Business Development (West/Mid-West)
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IQVIA
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Senior Director, Emerging BioPharma, Business Development (West/Mid-West)
IQVIA
Seattle, Washington
Data Analytics
Data Science
$130k - $362k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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IQVIA
Business Development Director
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IQVIA
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Business Development Director
IQVIA
Seattle, Washington
Data Analytics
Data Science
$111k - $310k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Business Development Director Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Olympia
2 jobs
Renton
1 job
Everett
1 job
Bellevue
1 job
Puyallup
1 job

Business Development Director Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

IQVIA
IQVIA4 open roles
Truveta
Truveta2 open roles
Amazon
Amazon1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in business development director jobs across Washington.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field recognized by Washington employers
  • Seven or more years of progressive sales or business development experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated ability to close enterprise deals and manage complex multi-stakeholder negotiations
  • Experience building and managing strategic partnerships with technology or government sector clients
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage pipelines and forecast revenue
  • Strong executive presence with experience presenting to C-suite and board-level audiences

Business Development Director Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a business development director in Washington?

There is no state-issued license required to work as a business development director in Washington. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior roles. The typical path runs through individual contributor sales or account management positions, then into a manager or senior manager role before reaching director level. Washington's concentration of technology and aerospace companies means candidates with enterprise software or government contracting backgrounds move up the fastest.

Which companies hire business development directors in Washington?

Employers hiring business development directors in Washington right now include IQVIA, Truveta, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's technology corridor between Seattle and Redmond means a large share of these openings sit inside cloud, SaaS, and enterprise software companies.

Which Washington cities have the most business development director jobs?

Seattle, Olympia, and Renton have the most business development director openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the largest share because of the dense concentration of technology headquarters and enterprise software companies there, while Redmond's openings are heavily shaped by Microsoft's global business development operations and its network of partner and vendor organizations.

Are there remote business development director jobs in Washington?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 65% of business development director openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves relationship management, proposals, and strategic planning that can be handled off-site. The portions most likely to remain in-person are executive briefings, partnership negotiations, and internal leadership meetings.

How can I get hired as a business development director in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a business development representative or account executive role at a Washington technology company, where internal promotion tracks toward director are well established. Large employers in the Seattle and Bellevue corridors regularly hire new graduates into sales development or associate partnership roles. Moving laterally from project management, product management, or government affairs into a junior business development role is also common. A completed MBA from a Washington institution or a demonstrable record closing even small deals can offset limited tenure.

Where can I find and apply to business development director jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to business development director jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.

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