Enterprise Growth Account Executive

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Enterprise Account Executive selling Kong’s AI connectivity platform to large enterprises. Driving complex MEDDIC sales cycles and six- to seven-figure partnerships.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the full sales cycle for new six- and seven-figure enterprise partners
  • Use the MEDDIC methodology to uncover value, mitigate risk, and drive predictable success
  • Orchestrate complex, multi-threaded sales cycles with engineers, C-level executives, CTOs, and Chief Architects
  • Partner with Solutions Engineering to demonstrate the ROI and technical superiority of the Kong platform
  • Maintain a clean sales pipeline
  • Deliver accurate forecasts that inform the strategic direction of the sales organization

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience selling complex enterprise software platforms
  • History of consistently exceeding goals and reaching the top tier of the organization
  • Passion for infrastructure, DevOps, or AI-enabling technologies
  • Structured, disciplined approach to sales execution
  • Ability to articulate the strategic business value of AI and APIs to sophisticated technical leaders
  • Persistence, grit, and proactive mindset
  • Ability to navigate complex, high-stakes, multi-threaded enterprise sales cycles
  • Experience using the MEDDIC methodology

Benefits:

  • Uncapped commission structure
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible PTO
  • Professional development opportunities and tools
  • Training and mentorship