Commercial Account Executive, Starburst
$160-200k
+ Equity
More information about location
1-3 days a week in office
Data platform for analytics, apps and AI
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Data platform for analytics, apps and AI
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
$160-200k
+ Equity
More information about location
1-3 days a week in office
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To free customers from the tyranny of data lock-in.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires a strong understanding of the data landscape and the ability to articulate the value of Starburst's solution
- If you are a results-oriented sales professional with a passion for data and a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply
- Proven Closer: You consistently exceed quotas and have a track record of closing deals, ideally in data infrastructure, analytics, or software
- Strategic Account Planner: You develop and execute effective account plans to drive sales
- Technically Adept & Executive-Focused: You thrive in fast-paced technical environments and confidently sell to C-level executives and across business units
- Collaborative & Driven: You're gritty, humble, curious, and optimistic, contributing to a positive team environment
- Education: You have a college degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to Travel: This role will require occasional in-person travel for purposes including but not limited to new hire onboarding, team and department offsites, customer engagements, and other company events. Actual travel expectations may vary by role and business needs
What the job involves
- Starburst Data is seeking driven Account Executives (AE) to accelerate our growth within the Commercial segment (companies with under $1 billion in revenue across SMB, Mid-market and Enterprise)
- As an AE, you will be a key player in driving new customer acquisition and expanding our footprint within existing accounts. You will be responsible for full-cycle sales, from initial outreach to closing deals, with a focus on our Ideal Customer Profile (ICP)
- This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth company at the forefront of Data & AI initiatives
- Drive Revenue Growth: Achieve quarterly and annual sales targets by effectively managing your pipeline and closing deals
- Manage Inbound & Drive Outbound: Manage inbound leads (website, forms, MQLs) and proactively develop outbound campaigns to target commercial prospects. Guide potential customers through the product exploration process
- Increase Product Adoption & Retention: Drive product adoption and retention within existing accounts by identifying new use cases, addressing onboarding challenges, and promoting feature adoption
- Strategic Customer Advisor: Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, understanding their business objectives and aligning Starburst solutions to meet their growth initiatives
- Build Strong Relationships: Cultivate and expand relationships within customer accounts to strengthen partnerships and create long-term value
- Full Sales Cycle Ownership: Manage the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and qualification to negotiation and close, consistently winning new logos
- Accurate Forecasting & Collaboration: Accurately forecast sales activity, communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including Solution Architects, Product, Sales Development and management
- Data-Driven Approach: Leverage data and tools such as Starburst, Salesforce, and Tableau to track progress, analyze performance, and optimize sales strategies
Our take
Starburst offers a unified platform for accessing distributed data from various databases through its Trino-based query engine. This approach helps users cut infrastructure and analytics costs by providing a single point of access. As the Data Lakes market grows nearly 30% annually, Starburst is well-positioned to help businesses manage their increasingly complex data.
The company has recently gained recognition for its advanced capabilities in data management. Starburst emphasizes the importance of real-time hybrid data access and robust security, especially for AI applications. Its latest report, developed in collaboration with TheCUBE Research, underscores how effective data management practices are essential for successful AI implementation.s
Key findings from the report include the critical need for real-time data access and the alignment of data strategies with AI goals. These insights highlight how Starburst's technology supports efficient AI deployment and data management.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
17% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Feb 2022
$250m
SERIES D
Dec 2020
$100m
SERIES C
Total funding: $414m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive Health Insurance Coverage
- Life Insurance, Disability, and Income Protection
- Employee assistance Programs
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Remote Work Opportunties
- Equity Ownership
Company HQ
Fort Point Channel Landmark District, Boston, MA
Leadership
Justin Borgman
(CEO & Chairman)Founder and CEO of Starburst's precursor company Hadapt, which was acquired by Terdata in 2014. Served as VP & GM at Teradata before co-relaunching Hadapt as Starburst in 2017.
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