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Enterprise Account Executive, State and Local

Databricks · Philadelphia, PA

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
$272K–$374K
Posted
1mo ago

The Braun Read

Worth a look

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

Pay
OTE is listed. Ask what the base is.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly self-sourced. Great if you like outbound, rough if you don't.
Time on market
Open 48+ days. Ask why it's been hard to fill.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 11 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.

Red flags

None spotted.

Green flags

  • Publishes OTE. It tells you the on-target earnings up front. Most postings don't.
  • Pays accelerators. Higher commission rates once you pass quota. Overperformance actually pays.

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

The role

Sell Databricks' data and AI platform to State and Local government agencies. Grow a large existing install account while prospecting agencies with no footprint to win net-new logos, presenting to C-level executives.

Enterprise · Mixed · Outbound

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you are selling to

Enterprise

Pipeline expectations

Mostly self-sourced. Expect a lot of outbound.

Compensation

$272K–$374K OTE

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Base salary
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

Worth asking about on your first call.

Full posting
SLSQ327R681 As an Enterprise Account Executive covering State & Local Government at Databricks, you will carry a dual mandate: grow and protect a large high consumption install account while simultaneously building new business and acquiring net new logos across the territory. This position requires someone who can operate with equal discipline in two fundamentally different motions and manage their time with intention. The account management side of this role demands deep domain fluency and multi-stakeholder orchestration within a complex, high-value customer. The new business side demands prospecting rigor, pipeline generation and the ability to open doors in agencies where Databricks has no existing footprint. The ideal candidate is a strategic sales professional with years of experience selling to State and Local government accounts. You know how to sell innovation and change through customer vision expansion and can guide deals forward to compress decision cycles. You love understanding a product in depth and are passionate about communicating its value to Customers and System Integrators. Databricks operates at the leading edge of the Unified Data Analytics and AI space. Our customers turn to us to lead the accelerated innovation that their agencies need to gain first-mover advantage in today’s landscape. As we continue our rapid expansion, we are looking for a creative, execution-oriented Enterprise Account Executive to join the Databricks team and maximize the phenomenal market opportunity that exists for Databricks in State and Local. Along with the chance to close exciting deals, we also offer accelerators above 100% quota attainment. The impact you will have: - Manage complex sales cycles and present to C-level executives. - Exceed activity, pipeline, and revenue targets - Track all customer details including use case, purchase time frames, next steps, and forecasting in Salesforce - Use a solution-based approach to selling and creating value for your customer - Promote Databricks' enterprise cloud data platform powered by Apache Spark™ - Ensure 100% satisfaction among your existing customer base - Prioritize strategic opportunities and apply appropriate resources What we look for: - You have previously worked in an early-stage company, and you know how to navigate and be successful - Field sales experience within big data, Cloud, or SaaS sales - Experience managing large, complex State and Local accounts is preferred. - Prior customer relationships in the region - Strong executive presence and the ability to engage credibly with Commissioners, Secretary’s, CFO’s, CIOs and Program Leaders. - 7+ years experience exceeding sales quotas - Success closing new accounts while working existing accounts - Understanding of Spark and big data preferable - Passion for cloud technologies - Bachelor's Degree Pay Range Transparency Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here. Zone 3 Pay Range $272,000-$374,000 USD About Databricks Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Instagram. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
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