
About Confluent
The leading data streaming platform for enterprises
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2014, built on Apache Kafka technology
- Raised $455.9 million in Series D funding
- Headquartered in Mountain View, California
- 1,001+ employees dedicated to data streaming solutions
Confluent, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, is a leading data streaming platform built on the open-source Apache Kafka project. With over 1,001 employees, Confluent has raised $455.9 million in funding and serves a diverse range of enterprise customers, providing real-...
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Confluent is hiring a Public Sector Account Executive to drive revenue growth in the SLED segment. You'll leverage your sales and negotiation skills to close deals and expand customer accounts. This role requires a proven track record in a value-driven sales model.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in sales, particularly within the public sector, and a proven track record of exceeding sales targets. Your experience includes prospecting, negotiating, and closing complex deals, demonstrating your ability to navigate the sales cycle effectively. You possess a consumption/growth mentality, understanding how to drive revenue growth in large, complex accounts. Your leadership skills enable you to engage with C-Level executives, showcasing the value of Confluent's offerings. You are a team player who thrives in collaborative environments, asking hard questions and providing honest feedback to drive success.
What you'll do
As a Public Sector Account Executive at Confluent, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth in the SLED segment. You will proactively prospect, identify, qualify, develop, and close a sales pipeline while continuing to grow consumption in current customer accounts. Your role will involve leading and executing a strategic complex sales cycle, demonstrating the value of Confluent's solutions to C-Level executives. You will become an in-depth expert in Confluent's offerings and the competitive landscape, ensuring you can effectively communicate the benefits to potential clients. Your success will be measured by your ability to meet and exceed quarterly sales targets, contributing to the overall growth of the company.
What we offer
At Confluent, we foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team dedicated to transforming how data moves and is utilized. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to empower organizations to harness the power of real-time data streaming.
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