Clay's Kareem Amin Highlights Growth of GTM Engineer Role at Disrupt 2026

Clay, co-founded by Kareem Amin, reported a valuation of $7.1 billion following a $115 million Series D funding in September 2023. The company, which coined the term 'GTM engineer' in 2023, has seen a monthly average of 100 job listings for this role, indicating a growing demand in the tech industry. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, scheduled for October 13–15, Amin emphasized that GTM engineers automate revenue workflows, leveraging AI to enhance prospect research, data handling, and outreach personalization.

Clay's annual recurring revenue reached $100 million as of February 2023, reflecting a tripling in growth. The company also announced a $1 million scholarship fund aimed at training new GTM engineers, further supporting the development of this emerging job category. Disrupt 2026 is expected to attract over 10,000 attendees, featuring 250+ speakers and 300+ exhibiting startups, with more than 200 sessions planned. This follows Clay's trajectory since its founding in 2017, marking a significant evolution in the tech job landscape.