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Emerging Account Executive- Startups

172k – 223kSan Francisco, CAHybrid1+ YOE
Summary

Manage a portfolio of 40-50+ startup accounts, drive retention and expansion using Claude and automation, while developing scalable sales playbooks in a fast-paced AI environment. Requires 1-3 years sales experience, strong communication, and analytical skills.

About the role

Responsibilities:

  • Manage a portfolio of 40-50+ startup accounts, maintaining high retention and identifying expansion opportunities
  • Build and execute scalable engagement models using Claude and automation to efficiently serve a high-volume customer base
  • Identify breakout accounts with high growth potential and ensure smooth transitions to expanded coverage when appropriate
  • Develop and document best practices for scaled customer engagement that can be shared across the Growth AE organization
  • Conduct streamlined account health checks and identify early warning signs of churn risk
  • Partner with customers to understand their business models and AI use cases, gathering feedback to inform product development
  • Collaborate with Applied AI and other cross-functional teams to support customer technical needs

You may be a good fit if you have:

  • 1-3 years of experience in sales, account management, customer success, or related roles
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and a high volume of customer relationships simultaneously
  • Strong communication skills with ability to build rapport quickly across various customer personas
  • Analytical mindset with comfort using data to prioritize accounts and identify trends
  • Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and genuine interest in AI
  • A "roll up your sleeves" mentality and comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-changing environments

Strong candidates may have:

  • Experience with consumption-based or usage-based pricing models
  • Familiarity with technical products, APIs, or developer-focused solutions
  • Experience working with startup customers or in a high-growth startup environment
  • Exposure to AI/ML concepts and applications

Annual Salary: $172,300 — $222,800 USD (OTE, includes base salary and commissions/bonuses)

Education requirements: At least a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Skills
ClaudeAISalesforceAPIsCRMAutomationData AnalysisAccount Management
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