Who We Are (Mode Mobile)

Mode Mobile is the creator of EarnOS, a transformational software that turns ordinary smartphones into "EarnPhones." This innovation empowers users globally to monetize everyday mobile activities such as streaming, gaming, shopping, etc. We enable users to profit from their data and attention rather than letting only tech giants benefit. Our inclusive approach sets us apart - converting users into earners and facilitating over $150M in earnings and savings while going a step further and turning earners into owners by awarding stock ownership in Mobile Mobile based on their usage. We have attracted over 40 million users across 170 countries.

​​Mode Mobile is proud to stand as the #1 Fastest-Growing North American Software Company recognized in Deloitte's 2023 Technology Fast 500 and ranked #2 across all sectors (Deloitte Fast 500 Winners)

For additional insights, check out the information about our reward-based super app, Mode Earn App, which also powers the reward engine behind our proprietary smartphone, Mode Earn Phone.

Our Team and Culture Drive Our Success

Our team is the heart of our culture. We value innovation, collaboration, and curiosity, with a passion for getting things done. We strive to hire and cultivate the best team members and foster a culture of open communication and transparency. We are driven and hard-working but also committed to having fun along the way. We allow OKRs to guide us, assume positive intent, sometimes agree to disagree and commit, honor our commitments, seek to accomplish more with less, and encourage everyone to speak up as our team owns our company’s success.

You can read more about our team and how we work here.

The Role

The VP Corporate Development will lead all aspects of Mode Mobile’s mergers and acquisitions strategy — from sourcing, diligence, and deal execution to integration and post-acquisition value creation. This is a high-visibility, high-impact leadership role responsible for expanding Mode’s portfolio of apps, media, and financial technology products while ensuring smooth operational alignment across business units.

You will be both strategic and hands-on, balancing corporate development, financial modeling, and cross-functional integration to accelerate Mode’s growth and achieve our 2028 WIG (Wildly Important Goal).

Who You Are and What You’ll Do

M&A Strategy and Pipeline

• Define and refine the company’s M&A roadmap aligned with Mode’s WIG and growth priorities.
• Identify, source, and evaluate acquisition opportunities in mobile apps, media, fintech, and adjacent markets.
• Lead valuation analysis, financial modeling, and strategic fit assessments.
• Partner with the CEO and CFO on deal structuring, negotiations, and transaction execution.

Due Diligence and Deal Execution

• Oversee cross-functional due diligence (financial, product, legal, people, tech, and operations).
• Collaborate with internal experts (Finance, Legal, People, Product, Engineering) to assess risk and synergies.
• Manage external advisors and due diligence vendors.
• Drive clear go/no-go recommendations to executive leadership and the board.

Post-Acquisition Integration

• Develop and lead integration plans covering product, people, systems, financial, and operational alignment.
• Partner with new GMs and business unit leaders to ensure a smooth transition and the realization of synergies.
• Establish OKRs, KPIs, and dashboards to track integration success (e.g., revenue retention, EBITDA impact, employee engagement).
• Lead regular post-close reviews to identify learnings and improve integration playbooks.

Corporate Development Infrastructure

• Build scalable M&A frameworks, templates, and processes for future deals.
• Maintain an active deal pipeline, a target-tracking system, and an internal reporting cadence.
• Work closely with Finance to model deal scenarios and ROI projections.
• Support investor and board reporting on M&A activity and results.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Partner with the CEO, CFO, and executive team to drive Mode’s long-term corporate development strategy.
• Influence strategic decision-making across Mode’s portfolio companies and new ventures.
• Mentor and build a small team of analysts and integration managers as deal volume scales.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability across all functional areas.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, venture capital, or private equity, ideally within tech, mobile, media, or fintech.
• Proven track record leading deals from sourcing through integration.
• Strong financial acumen and modeling skills; comfort with valuation, ROI analysis, and deal structuring.
• Deep understanding of product, operational, and cultural integration dynamics.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience operating in high-growth, fast-paced, global organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or related advanced degree strongly preferred.

What You Bring to the Team

• Strategic thinker who thrives on execution and results.
• Highly analytical, structured, and comfortable with ambiguity.
• Builder mindset — eager to establish processes that scale.
• Collaborative leader who influences across functions and levels.
• Passion for technology, entrepreneurship, and Mode’s mission to democratize earnings through mobile.
• Alignment with our core values:
  • Accountable: You take ownership of your responsibilities, demonstrating trustworthiness and self-discipline. You are consistent in your work, transparent in your actions, and communicate effectively. You follow through on commitments and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Action-driven: Identify what is most important, agree on scope, execute in a timely manner, and drive the greatest impact. You take initiative, roll up your sleeves, and get things done.
  • Caring: You genuinely care about yourself and others, our business and craft, our mission and vision, and are passionate in heart and mind. You understand the importance of our team and strive to create a positive, supportive work environment.
  • Curious: You focus on the ‘why,’ learn and expand your knowledge, explore new ideas, and generally make things better. You're a lifelong learner with a thirst for knowledge and a constant desire to improve.
  • Thorough: Your work is thoughtful, impactful, timely, accurate, and complete. You pay attention to detail, are meticulous, and ensure quality work and compliance.

Why Mode Mobile

• Join a company on an accelerated path to IPO through bold innovation and acquisition.
• Work with a globally distributed, top-tier team of operators and entrepreneurs.
• Directly shape the future of the business through impactful M&A and integration leadership.

We Believe in the Following Workplace Norms

• Allow OKRs to Guide Us
• Assume Positive Intent
• Agree to Disagree & Commit
• Set New Precedents
• Accomplish More with Less
• Hold Yourself & Others to High Standards
• Speak Up
• Be Resourceful
• Follow the 80/20 Rule

What We Are Offering

• We are a 100% remote-first, global company.
• A competitive compensation package.
• We offer generous perks & benefits to team members.
• Participation in the Company's equity plan (for full-time team members).
• We provide individual bonuses in accordance with our Company Bonus Program.
• Work with energetic, passionate, and results-driven people.
• Celebrate team members' personal and work milestones.
• Remote social activities, including virtual coffee buddies.
• Bonusly - We use Bonusly as a way to recognize and reward team members for their hard work and commitment.
• Weekly Wednesday Get Stuff Done Days (No Meetings).
• Open PTO, generous Company Holidays, and Wellness Days (for full-time team members).

If we just described you and your perfect role, we'd love to talk with you. We have a lot to accomplish this year and look forward to making headway and creating success together!

Mode Mobile does not accept/pay fees for unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies/vendors.

Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all team members.