Account Executive, Physical AI
Full-cycle Account Executive selling Encord's data platform into Physical AI teams at robotics, autonomous vehicle, and research-driven companies. Own pipeline to close, build relationships with technical/executive buyers, and shape the go-to-market strategy in this high-growth vertical.
About the job
What you’ll do
- Own the full sales cycle end-to-end, from outbound through close, with pipeline generation support
- Sell into Physical AI teams across robotics, autonomous vehicles, and research applications — from high-growth startups to large-scale enterprise programs
- Build deep relationships with technical and executive buyers: heads of autonomy, VP AI, ML engineering leaders, and data operations teams
- Develop a sharp point of view on the Physical AI landscape — understanding where customer pain is sharpest and how Encord's platform delivers measurable impact
- Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success to bring customer insight back into the roadmap
- Help sharpen the ICP as we expand into new Physical AI use cases and geographies
- Forecast accurately, maintain pipeline discipline, and operate with the rigor of someone building something that will outlast them
Who we’re looking for
- A consistent top or near-top performer in your current or most recent sales role
- Comfortable selling technically complex solutions to skeptical, STEM-trained buyers — you don't need to be an engineer, but you can hold the room with one
- Energized by ambiguity and early-stage environments where you have real ownership and real accountability
- A natural relationship builder who earns trust through preparation, follow-through, and genuine curiosity about customer problems
- Entrepreneurial by disposition — you see gaps as opportunities, not blockers
- Resilient, high-output, and genuinely motivated by the quality of your work
Experience requirements
- 3 to 7 years in a B2B SaaS or enterprise technology sales role, with a track record of hitting or exceeding quota
- Experience selling to technical audiences — ML, data, or engineering teams — is a strong advantage
- Familiarity with data infrastructure, AI tooling, robotics, or autonomous systems is a plus, not a prerequisite; what matters is how fast you ramp and how deep you go
- Exceptional candidates from outside traditional SaaS sales will be considered: if you've performed at the top of a demanding, competitive field and can demonstrate it, we want to hear from you
Why Encord
- Competitive salary, commission, and meaningful equity in a high-growth start-up
- Clear, accelerated growth opportunities as the company scales rapidly
- Strong in-person culture: 4 days/week
- Flexible PTO to fully recharge
- Annual learning & development budget
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Frequent travel opportunities across the U.S., London, and Europe
- Bi-annual company offsites, twice-weekly team lunches, and monthly socials
Skills
B2B SaaS Sales, Enterprise Technology Sales, Technical Selling, Ml Sales, Data Infrastructure, AI Tools, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Pipeline Management, Forecasting, CRM
Similar jobs
Account Executive jobs
Scribe
United States
Own expansion revenue across existing mid-market and enterprise SaaS accounts, identifying whitespace and closing complex, consultative opportunities. The role requires 4+ years of quota-carrying experience, disciplined forecasting, and proficiency with structured sales methodologies.
Sphere
San Francisco, CA
The Founding Account Executive will own full-cycle B2B SaaS sales, from outbound prospecting through expansion, while building go-to-market processes and supporting the broader sales function. The role requires SMB and mid-market selling experience and early-stage startup experience.
Postman
Austin, TXOwn consultative corporate and enterprise sales cycles for Fern’s API documentation, SDK, CLI, and MCP products. The role requires technical B2B SaaS closing experience, credibility with engineering and executive buyers, and the ability to manage complex multi-stakeholder deals.
Databricks
Florida
Owns a geographic state and local government territory, originating and closing complex enterprise deals through regulated procurement processes and multi-stakeholder committees. Requires 5+ years of field sales experience, including 3+ years selling to state or local government accounts.
Anthropic
San Francisco, CADrives adoption of Anthropic’s AI products among high-growth startups by owning the full consultative sales cycle, developing market-expansion strategies, and closing strategic deals. Requires at least four years of startup-focused sales experience, strong technical-stakeholder communication, and familiarity with advanced AI systems.