Public Sector Account Executive

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter.

By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

Elastic, the Search Analytics company, is seeking a dynamic Public Sector Account Executive. As an integral part of our growth strategy, you will play a key role in expanding our presence within SLED customer accounts. This is an opportunity for those who are passionate about empowering companies through cutting‑edge search technology and analytics, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their data.

• Drive the adoption of Elastic's AI‑powered search solutions within new state and local public sector accounts and deepen our engagement with existing strategic State and Local Government accounts in Louisiana and Arkansas
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• Position yourself as a trusted advisor, assisting users and customers in harnessing the full power of Elastic's search analytics to transform their data into actionable insights.
• Champion our Open Source offerings, articulating the value and capabilities of our advanced commercial features.
• Identify and develop new use cases, showcasing how Elastic’s solutions enable users to work more efficiently and intelligently.
• Collaborate closely with various Elastic business functions to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
• Proactively identify new business opportunities with customers, successfully navigating complex sales cycles.
• Develop a comprehensive business plan leveraging community, customer, and partner ecosystems to drive significant growth within your territory.

• A proven track record in SaaS subscription sales, particularly in complex accounts, evidenced by quota over achievement and strong customer references.
• In‑depth understanding and, ideally, experience in selling solutions related to Enterprise Search, Log Analytics, Security, APM, and Cloud.
• Demonstrated experience in selling to state and local public sector organizations in Louisiana, Arkansas is required.
• Consistent and accurate sales forecasting skills using SFDC.
• Enthusiasm for the Open Source model and a deep appreciation for the community relying on our solutions.
• Prior experience selling into the Enterprise accounts included in this territory.

• Experience in selling within an Open Source model.

If you're eager to contribute to the world of Search Analytics and thrive in solving complex problems through the power of AI‑driven search, Elastic wants to hear from you!

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions, and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with a minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an…