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Regional Sales Manager, Digital Native

Cribl · Remote · US

Base
$100K–$125K
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
2d ago

Still open · checked 1h agoon Cribl's careers page

What Cribl sells

Manages machine data for IT and security teams

Big companies' IT and security teams generate huge amounts of telemetry, which is the data machines send about what they are doing. This product gives them choice, control, and flexibility to manage and analyze that data, whether it comes from people or AI agents. With it, they can build what comes next.

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The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
Base is listed but not OTE. Ask what the variable is and how many people hit it.
Transparency
Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly self-sourced. Great if you like outbound, rough if you don't.
Time on market
Brand new.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 15 sales roles in the last 30 days. That many open roles can also mean churn. Ask how many reps are still there from last year.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What's the OTE, and what did the median rep earn last year?

    Base is what you're guaranteed. OTE and the median show the upside.

  3. 3.

    What's the annual quota, and how was it set?

    A quota built from real data is a target. Otherwise it's a hope.

  4. 4.

    What share of last year's closed deals did reps source themselves?

    Shows how much pipeline you'll have to build on your own.

  5. 5.

    How long is ramp, and what's the quota during it?

    Full quota on day one means you start behind.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Sell Cribl's AI telemetry platform to venture-backed Digital Native startups, running full-cycle sales from lead generation to close, creating demand for unbudgeted solutions, and landing new logos and expansions.

Mixed · Outbound

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
CISOs, CIOs, and IT and Security teamsIn their words: “calling on Security (SIEM & Observability) & IT Personas (CISO/CIO’s)”
Industry:
Digital native startupsIn their words: “Develop and execute strategic account plans for Digital Native startups”

Pipeline expectations

Mostly self-sourced. Expect a lot of outbound.

Compensation

$100K–$125K base

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
Join the company that’s building the telemetry infrastructure for the AI era. At Cribl, we partner with IT and Security teams at many of the world’s biggest enterprises, including half of the Fortune 100, to bridge the gap between AI ambition and infrastructure reality. As the AI Platform for Telemetry, we give customers the choice, control, and flexibility to manage and analyze telemetry for both humans and agents, so they can build what’s next. We’re one of the fastest‑growing private companies and a leading player in a massive, fast‑moving market. With a global workforce, we’re remote‑first and grounded in a simple idea: software is a people business. Cribl is the place where curious, collaborative people can do their best work, grow fast, and bring their full selves to the herd. Why You’ll Love This Role We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager who is ambitious, adaptable, and enthusiastic. A successful Digital Native RSM at Cribl will clearly articulate our value proposition and execute on proven sales processes within venture-backed, high-growth, technologically advanced companies. This Regional Sales Manager will come with accountability and ownership, specifically in meeting leading indicators. Most importantly, we put our customers first, always. We are looking for someone who will do just that. The ideal candidate will come with expertise in creating customer centric solutions, and be able to build strong enduring relationships with our customers. Please note, this is a remote position based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. We are looking for candidates who live locally in the territory. As An Active Member Of Our Team, You Will... - Develop and execute strategic account plans for Digital Native startups, aligning Cribl’s value to business priorities, building executive-level relationships, and creating multi-threaded opportunities for new business and expansion - Manage and maintain the entire sales ecosystem from generating leads through closing - Educate customers on the value of Cribl during the sales process - Articulate our value proposition up and down the organization, from engineer up to CxO - Forecast predictably and hit sales targets - We are a remote-first company and work happens across many time-zones – you may be required to occasionally perform duties outside your standard working hours If You’ve Got It - We Want It - 3+ years of quota carrying security sales experience calling on Security (SIEM & Observability) & IT Personas (CISO/CIO’s) - Experience working with at least one earlier stage start-up organization <1000 employees or has demonstrated entrepreneurial skills throughout their career - A proven track record of landing multiple new logos each year and demonstrated ability to run a complex sales process - Experience selling through a channel led motion - Able to create demand in a territory and selling un-budgeted solutions - Background using MEDDIC #LI-TM1 #LI-Remote The salary for this role is dependent on geographic location and will be based on the individual candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, for sales and some sales-adjacent roles, employees are eligible to earn incentive compensation (commission). For all other roles, employees are eligible to participate in the Cribl Corporate Bonus Program. In addition to a competitive salary, Cribl also offers a generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and paid time off, a fertility treatment benefit, 401(k), and equity. Base Salary Range $100,000-$125,000 USD Bring Your Whole Self Diversity drives innovation, enables better decisions to support our customers, and inspires change for the better. We’re building a culture where differences are valued and welcomed, and we work together to bring out the best in each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying. Interested in joining the Cribl herd? Learn more about the smartest, funniest, most passionate goats you’ll ever meet at cribl.io/about-us.
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