CareerPlan

Strategic Account Executive - Chicago

United States of AmericaRemoteFull-time$115k–$172k2026-10-20 → 2026-11-10
Remote

Core

Drive enterprise growth for GitLab's AI-powered DevSecOps platform by managing strategic accounts in Chicago, acting as a trusted technology advisor, and orchestrating sales strategies with technical specialists.

Role type

Senior Strategic Account Executive (Enterprise SaaS)

Builds

AI-powered DevSecOps solutions for enterprise customers

Domain

DevSecOps, Software Development Tools, Enterprise SaaS

Required skills

Complex B2B software sales cycles, Enterprise account management, C-level relationship building, Chicago market knowledge, Channel partner collaboration, Consultative multi-stakeholder sales

Preferred skills

DevSecOps domain expertise, Salesforce proficiency, Travel flexibility

Technologies

GitLab, Salesforce

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end customer journeys from discovery to implementation, Design and execute strategic account plans, Orchestrate cross-functional sales strategies, Drive new business acquisition and expansion, Prepare customer-facing presentations and proposals, Contribute to forecasting and pipeline reviews

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC