Account Executive, Enterprise - Expansion

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Hiring Remotely in Germany
Remote or Hybrid
82K-118K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
Secure, simplify, and transform your enterprise with zero trust.
The Role
Own and expand a portfolio of large enterprise accounts in Germany by identifying new use cases for Zscaler’s Zero Trust platform. Develop multi-year account plans, generate pipeline, lead executive sales engagements, coordinate cross-functional teams and channel partners, follow a structured sales methodology, and maintain forecast accuracy. The role focuses on expanding existing customer relationships, increasing platform adoption, and securing long-term strategic partnerships.
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Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™️ platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role
We are looking for an Account Executive, Enterprise Germany to join our team. This is a remote role, reporting to the Regional Director in the Enterprise department. In this role, you will drive the strategic expansion of an existing enterprise account portfolio by identifying and winning new use cases across Zscaler's Zero Trust platform — from cloud-native security to AI workload protection. You engage C-level and senior stakeholders through highly professional, structured sales engagements, turning current customers into broad platform adopters and long-term strategic partners. Operating within a clearly defined, metrics-driven sales process, you translate Zscaler's transformational technology into measurable business outcomes to scale that impact systematically.

What you'll do (Role Expectations)

  • Own a defined portfolio of enterprise accounts (5000–40,000 employees), developing and executing multi-year account plans that drive platform adoption, revenue growth, and long-term strategic partnership across the full customer lifecycle
  • Orchestrate tightly aligned, role-specific collaboration across Sales Engineering, Solution Architecture, Value Consulting, Transformation Architecture, Marketing, and BDRs — ensuring every customer interaction reflects a coherent, high-quality One-Team engagement throughout the entire sales cycle
  • Drive disciplined, creative pipeline development on a weekly cadence — proactively identifying new use case opportunities within existing accounts through outbound initiatives, executive networking, and structured whitespace analysis, with clear, trackable pipeline metrics as the baseline for accountability
  • Apply a structured, stage-gated sales methodology with clearly defined exit criteria per stage — ensuring maximum business predictability, crisp opportunity qualification, and full ownership of forecast integrity from early pipeline through close
  • Lead meticulously prepared, insight-driven customer engagements that make Zscaler's platform value tangible and measurable — building deep executive relationships, co-creating joint growth plans, and positioning customers as committed, long-term platform partners

Who You Are (Success Profile)

  • You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
  • You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. true ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
  • You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
  • You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback-knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
  • You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and never stop developing yourself, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
  • At least 5 years of sales experience with a revenue quota, specifically selling to Enterprise accounts in Germany, with experience selling SaaS or enterprise software solutions
  • History of a consistent track record of over-achievement and a strong understanding of how to leverage and scale through channel partnerships
  • Demonstrated willingness to be coached and the discipline to follow a proven sales process from start to finish
  • Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Business or a related field of study

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience leveraging AI-driven customer intelligence tools or predictive sales analytics to identify expansion opportunities, conduct deep account research, and optimize territory management
  • Proven ability to lead 'team sales' by effectively utilizing internal resources, partners, and team members to achieve success
  • Experience selling security technology within complex multi-year contracts

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Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and determined by role and level. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for this position across all Germany locations. Individual pay placement within this range is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including job-related skills, relevant experience, and education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/bonus/equity (if applicable) and benefits.

Base Pay Range
€82.250€117.500 EUR

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

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Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules.

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Skills Required

  • At least 5 years of quota-carrying sales experience selling to enterprise accounts in Germany
  • Experience selling SaaS or enterprise software solutions
  • Foundational understanding of AI and machine learning technologies, including experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions
  • Consistent track record of sales overachievement
  • Strong understanding of leveraging and scaling through channel partnerships
  • Willingness to be coached and discipline to follow a proven sales process
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or a related field
  • Experience leveraging AI-driven customer intelligence tools or predictive sales analytics
  • Ability to lead team sales using internal resources, partners, and team members
  • Experience selling security technology within complex multi-year contracts

What the Team is Saying

Zscaler Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with mental‑health access and targeted programs for complex and chronic needs. Inclusive options span fertility, gender‑affirming care, and specialized support such as menopause and cancer‑care navigation.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is outlined for all parents, with additional disability time for birthing parents and a ramp‑back period at full pay. Family‑building benefits and adoption assistance are also highlighted.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity grants (RSUs) and a discounted stock purchase plan are positioned as meaningful components of total rewards. Feedback suggests these programs enhance overall compensation, particularly in eligible roles.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
8,697 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Why Work With Us

Our impact comes from how we work—every day, in every decision, as one team. Our values and leadership principles are more than words; they're our operating system. They fuel a culture of execution where trust, transparency, and accountability help us deliver meaningful results for our customers, colleagues, and our company. www.zscaler.com/culture

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