Account Executive, Service Provider - North America

Remote – United States Apply

Who we are

Kentik is the network intelligence platform for modern infrastructure teams. Unlike traditional monitoring and observability tools, we demystify complex network operations, enabling organizations to deliver applications and innovation at scale. Built by network experts to make critical insight accessible to every engineer, Kentik is the real-time source of truth that understands every network in context — from data center to cloud to the internet. This single platform unifies and correlates cloud, device, flow, synthetic data to turn telemetry into action. Market leaders like Akamai, Booking.com, Dropbox, and Zoom rely on Kentik to run, manage, and optimize their networks.

What you'll do

Kentik is looking for a talented, passionate, and motivated Account Executive for North America with experience managing large territories for fast-growing network, security, and/or SaaS companies. We are seeking a representative with a track record of overachieving quota, selling into Tier 1/Tier 2 Service Providers, Data Center/Cloud/Hosting Providers, and Hyperscaler/Neocloud/AI companies. This is a great opportunity to become a part of an A-team at a fast growing SaaS leader in digital infrastructure fueling the growth of the world tomorrow. The ideal candidate is a hunter who can work in a fast-paced, revenue-driven environment.

Develop plans and strategies and execute with supporting team to achieve or exceed the company’s revenue goals
Expert understanding and handling of the complex technology stack across the network performance and control in service providers, the multi-cultural nature of global telecommunications business, and leverage all resources to achieve success
Prospect for new business to rapidly expand given territory
Leverage channels as a GTM strategy
Create, build, and foster a sense of team across all functional roles in the Service Provider Revenue team
Generate high quality new opportunities to deliver predictable business
Diligently manage pipeline with disciplined accurate forecasting
Work collaboratively with marketing teams to build demand gen programs that generate net new pipeline for the region
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of competitors and industry trends
Travel is a requirement and you must be able to travel on short notice

What you'll bring

Studies have shown that some candidates tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the criteria - even if you don’t match all of the qualifications, your skills and experience could be valuable in this role!

10 years+ of experience selling to medium to large service providers, with current connections within strategic accounts within the region
Demonstrated prospecting skills for new logos - research ideal target and buying personas, outreach to those roles, leverage network for leads and referrals
SaaS/high-tech experience is a must. Significant experience selling a SaaS product, via Channel Partners and Direct Sales. Network infrastructure, observability/monitoring, or cybersecurity sales experience preferred
Experience navigating large, complex transactions that require building business value across multiple groups within a target account
Highly organized and driven by success; can prioritize critical tasks/projects/accounts to exceed goals
Ability to thrive in high-pressure situations
Outstanding negotiating skills
Large established network of relationships with target companies in defined target markets
Prefer experience with MEDDPICC sales methodology
Adept with modern revenue tools (Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, 6Sense, Gong, Clearbit, etc.). Take detailed notes and have that information continuously updated in Salesforce for reference
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization, from network engineer to CEO
Must be able to travel on short notice

What we offer

Kentik is a fully remote company that operates globally. We seek professionals that will help us thrive as an organization, and in turn, to broaden and enhance your career. We’re very thorough in the interview process to understand your skills and how they will relate to your successful growth here at Kentik. Our compensation philosophy encompasses a fair program for all in order to attract, engage and retain talented individuals who will drive our business and wow our customers. The base salary range for this position is: $140,000 - $160,000, with an expected overall targeted earnings (OTE) range of: $280,000 - $320,000. The salary range and OTE reflect the low and high end of the U.S. range Kentik reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual salary offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors... In addition to a great career opportunity... benefits include: 100% premiums paid by company for health coverage etc. Must be able to travel on short notice