Inbound Sales Development Representative | DACH
DeepL
Location
Berlin
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Marketing
Deadline to Apply
February 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM EST
Meet DeepL
DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What sets us apart
What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.
Meet the team behind this journey
In this role, you'll convert high-intent inbound interest into a qualified pipeline for the business. You'll work closely with our Marketing team to maximise the return on events(webinars, trade shows, DeepL Connect, virtual events) and always-on campaigns (contact forms, trials, white papers, content downloads). As often the first person a prospect speaks to, you'll shape their entire experience with DeepL from the very first touch.
We're looking for an energetic, curious, and team-oriented people. You should have a passion for communication and languages, and a desire to be part of a hyper-growth scale-up!
Application deadline: To be considered for this role, please apply by February 6th, 2026.
Your Responsibilities
Event Lead Management
Own end-to-end follow-up for all event leads, including webinars, trade shows, DeepL Connect, and virtual events
Execute timely, structured outreach to event attendees within agreed SLAs to maximise conversion while interest is high
Manage surge capacity during high-volume event periods, maintaining quality and speed across all follow-ups
Provide feedback to Marketing on event lead quality, attendee engagement, and conversion patterns to improve future campaigns
Always-On Campaign Response
Respond rapidly to inbound leads from contact forms, free trials, whitepaper downloads, and content engagement
Lead with phone outreach where possible, using email and LinkedIn to complement and follow up. DeepL values real-time conversations as the fastest path to understanding prospect needs
Prioritise leads based on intent signals and ensure timely, relevant, and value-driven communication
Nurture prospects who aren't immediately ready, keeping them warm with helpful content and well-timed follow-ups
Qualification & Pipeline Generation
Apply DeepL's qualification framework to ensure every meeting includes documented and deep qualification
Generate qualified pipeline for the business by converting inbound interest into well-prepared sales opportunities
Articulate the value of DeepL's B2B product suite in a way that creates curiosity, urgency, and clear next steps
Meet and exceed monthly targets for pipeline contribution
Marketing Partnership
Work as an extension of the Marketing team, providing the critical link between campaign activity and pipeline generation
Share insights on lead quality, messaging effectiveness, and prospect feedback to help optimise campaign ROI
Participate in campaign planning discussions to ensure alignment between lead generation and follow-up capacity
Maintain accurate, complete records in Salesforce for every interaction. Your data feeds pipeline analytics and Marketing attribution, so attention to detail matters
Team Contribution
Support a collaborative, positive team environment with high energy and high standards
Share learnings, bring ideas, and actively contribute to making the team better each month
Challenge the status quo and champion continuous improvement in processes and outcomes
Qualities we're looking for
Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
Minimum 6 months of relevant sales or customer-facing experience, ideally in SaaS (SDR/BDR/Inside Sales)
Active listening skills and natural curiosity to understand customer requirements and map them to the DeepL product suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, particularly during high-volume event periods
Strong time management; able to juggle multiple leads, channels, and priorities while maintaining SLA compliance
A growth mindset: willingness to give feedback, take feedback, learn from peers, and share best practices
Motivation to build a long-term career in technology sales
Nice-to-Haves
Experience with DACH enterprise or mid-market prospects
Familiarity with Salesforce, Salesloft, or similar sales tools
Experience working event-driven or high-intent inbound funnels
Interest in or exposure to language technology, translation, or localisation workflows
Understanding of marketing campaign mechanics and lead scoring
What Success Looks Like
You consistently deliver required qualified meetings per month with opportunity acceptance rates above 70%
You respond to inbound leads within agreed SLAs, maintaining rapid speed-to-lead across all campaign types
Marketing values your partnership and relies on your feedback to improve campaign effectiveness
You handle event surge periods without compromising quality or response times
You demonstrate stronger commercial judgement each month, progressing through competency milestones
Your Growth Path
DeepL offers multiple career progression routes. High-performing Inbound SDRs can progress to Senior SDR, Outbound SDR, Contact Form Specialist, Account Executive, or Enablement roles.
We invest in structured development through competency frameworks, manager coaching, and regular performance feedback.
Clear competency-based progression from SDR to Senior SDR
Multiple pathways into AE, Outbound, Enablement, RevOps, or Marketing roles
Regular 1:1 coaching and development conversations with your manager
Access to training, certifications, and skill-building programmes
Location & Working Arrangements
This role is based in Berlin with in-office collaboration on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We believe in the power of in-person connection for learning, coaching, and team building, balanced with flexibility for focused work.
We are an equal opportunity employer
You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.