Space Executive
Enterprise Account Executive
Space Executive, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Our client is a Series A-funded AI/ML infrastructure startup on a mission to accelerate machine learning adoption by providing cutting-edge automation and deployment tools. Their platform enables companies to deploy and scale AI models seamlessly, reducing time-to-production and streamlining ML operations. With fresh funding and ambitious growth plans, they are looking for a Founding Account Executive to drive revenue, refine sales processes, and build long-term relationships with enterprise customers.
About the Role
As the first Account Executive, you will be a key player in defining and executing the companys sales strategy. Youll own the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while collaborating directly with the founders, product, and marketing teams. This is a unique opportunity to build the sales function from the ground up and position yourself for leadership as the company scales post-Series A.
Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Sales Ownership: Manage the entire sales process from outbound prospecting to deal closure.
New Business Development: Identify and engage high-value enterprise prospects across AI/ML, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure sectors.
Pipeline & Forecasting: Build and maintain a robust pipeline, accurately forecasting revenue and sales trends.
Customer Consultation: Understand customer challenges and demonstrate how the platform can drive value in AI/ML deployment.
Go-to-Market Strategy: Work closely with leadership to refine messaging, sales playbooks, and pricing models.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing and product teams to align sales efforts with customer needs and market demands.
Qualifications
Experience: 3-6 years in B2B SaaS sales, with a proven track record in AI/ML, DevOps, data infrastructure, or cloud technology.
Sales Acumen: Ability to run full-cycle sales, from prospecting to negotiation and closing.
Technical Fluency: Comfort discussing AI/ML infrastructure and cloud-based solutions with technical stakeholders.
Startup Mindset: Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and excited to build sales processes from scratch.
Strong Communication Skills: Ability to craft compelling pitches, handle objections, and build lasting client relationships.
CRM & Sales Tools: Experience using Salesforce, HubSpot, and outbound engagement tools (e.g., Outreach, Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
Pay range and compensation package
Series A Momentum: Recently secured funding to accelerate growth and scale sales.
Foundational Impact: Be the first AE, shaping the sales motion and influencing company strategy.
Fast-Paced Growth: Work at the cutting edge of AI, ML, and cloud infrastructure.
Career Acceleration: Opportunity to evolve into a leadership role as the company scales.
Compensation: Competitive base salary + equity + uncapped commission.
Collaborative Culture: Hybrid work model in San Francisco with a hands-on, high-energy team.
If youre a proven closer with a passion for AI/ML and the drive to build a world-class sales organization, wed love to hear from you!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development and Sales Industries
Software Development and Data Infrastructure and Analytics #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Business Development and Sales Industries
Software Development and Data Infrastructure and Analytics #J-18808-Ljbffr