Full-time · Remote

Strategic Hunter Account Executive

This is a high-impact sales role focused on driving AI and data transformation within the world's largest Telecommunications companies. It combines the thrill of 'hunting' new business units with the strategic depth of managing Fortune 500 relationships. It is a perfect fit for a seasoned closer who understands the nuances of consumption-based cloud economics.

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Hiring company

Databricks

Dallas, Texas, United States · Posted 26 April 2026

The role

Overview

This is a high-impact sales role focused on driving AI and data transformation within the world's largest Telecommunications companies. It combines the thrill of 'hunting' new business units with the strategic depth of managing Fortune 500 relationships. It is a perfect fit for a seasoned closer who understands the nuances of consumption-based cloud economics.

The hiring side

About Databricks

Databricks is a large employer working in software / data & ai, based in Dallas, Texas, United States.

Industry

Software / Data & AI

Size

Large

Location

Dallas, Texas, United States

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What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Cultivate strategic partnerships with CIOs and Line of Business executives
  • Execute go-to-market campaigns tailored to the TELCO vertical
  • Drive the expansion of Databricks use cases across new business units
  • Accurately forecast revenue and manage pipeline within Salesforce
  • Collaborate with internal resources to deliver solution-based technical value

Essential

  • Minimum of 7 years in Enterprise Sales with a history of exceeding quotas
  • Proven track record in field sales within Big Data, Cloud, or SaaS sectors
  • Experience with consumption-based selling models
  • Background in managing a small, concentrated set of high-value enterprise accounts
  • Ability to navigate early-stage company environments with high autonomy
  • Strong existing relationships with CIOs and key IT decision-makers
  • Bachelor's Degree

Preferred

  • Specific experience selling into the Telecommunications (TELCO) industry
  • Deep familiarity with the CMEG (Communications, Media, and Entertainment) umbrella
  • Previous success in high-growth, disruptive technology environments

Key Skills

Strategic Account PlanningValue-based SellingC-Suite Relationship ManagementData Intelligence Platform KnowledgeApache Spark & Delta Lake ProficiencySalesforce CRM ManagementComplex Deal NegotiationTechnical-to-Business Value Translation

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Opportunity to work with industry-leading AI and Data technology
  • Remote work flexibility for specific locations
  • High-growth career path in a market-leading company
  • Collaborative environment with original creators of Apache Spark

Next step

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