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.
What Is The Role
Elastic, the Search AI company, is seeking a dynamic Federal Account Executive. As an integral part of our growth strategy, you will play a key role in growing our presence within the Department of Commerce customer accounts. This is an opportunity for those who are passionate about empowering companies through ground breaking AI powered 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 Federal Civilian accounts and deepen our engagement with existing ones.
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 sophisticated commercial features.
Identify and develop new use cases, showcasing how Elastic’s solutions enable users to work more efficiently and intelligently.
Proactively identify new business opportunities with customers, effectively navigating complex sales cycle.
Develop a comprehensive business plan using 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 overachievement and strong customer references.
Demonstrated experience selling to Federal Civilian agencies in particular the Department of Commerce.
In-depth understanding and, ideally, experience in selling solutions related to Enterprise Search, Log Analytics, Security, APM, and Cloud.
Adept at building relationships and establishing credibility with both developers and executives.
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 powered search, we want to hear from you!
Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component, that together comprise the On-Target Earnings (OTE). On-Target Earnings (OTE) are based on a 50/50 pay mix (base salary / target variable).
The typical starting OTE range for new hires in this role is listed below. This range represents the lowest to highest OTE we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.
An employee's position within the OTE range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program. Our total rewards pa
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£45,000 – £60,000 (Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, 2025)
