Account Executive

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Munich, Bayern, DEU
Hybrid
Mid level
Enterprise Web • Greentech • Information Technology • Software • Energy
Aurora is a cloud-based solar platform that uses data, automation, and AI to make solar projects simple and predictable.
The Role
Drive new business growth across multiple European markets by owning the full sales cycle for solar installers, EPCs, and energy companies. Build pipeline via outbound/inbound/partner leads, perform discovery, coordinate demos with Solutions Engineering, negotiate and close deals, maintain forecasting in Salesforce, and share market insights to inform product and GTM strategy. Represent Aurora at industry events.
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About Aurora Solar

Aurora is on a mission to create a future of solar for all. Our award-winning software puts the power of data and technology into the hands of every solar professional to make solar adoption simple and predictable. Our software has designed millions of solar projects so far, empowering solar companies to sell, design, and install residential and commercial solar arrays accurately, seamlessly, and at scale. 


We’ve been named one of "The Best Remote Companies" by BuiltIn.com and have been recognized for the second time as a Certified Green Business (CGB) with the city of San Francisco. We’re in this together to support the world’s transition to solar.

About the Team

Aurora Solar’s European sales team is helping build the company's commercial presence across Europe. We're a collaborative, ambitious group that works closely together, moves with purpose, and is committed to delivering meaningful results for our customers. United by a belief in solar's role in Europe's energy future, we partner across Sales, Solutions Engineering, Account Management and Leadership to help customers succeed. In this role, you'll have the support and resources needed to thrive while taking ownership of driving new business growth and delivering against your goals.

About the Role

In this role, you'll drive new business growth across core markets, Germany, France and the UK in addition to France, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Spain and Portugal. Helping solar installers, EPCs, and energy companies modernize how they sell, design, and deliver solar projects. You'll lead the full sales cycle—from prospecting and discovery through negotiation and close—partnering closely with customers to understand their goals and demonstrate how Aurora can help them operate more efficiently and scale their businesses. Working alongside Solutions Engineering, you'll deliver tailored solutions that address market-specific needs and create measurable value for customers.

As part of a growing European team, you'll also help shape Aurora's presence in key markets across the region. Your customer insights, market feedback, and competitive observations will influence go-to-market strategy, inform product direction, and help establish the playbook for continued growth in Europe.

This position is hybrid from Munich, Germany.

Your Impact

  • Own and exceed a quarterly and annual ARR quota targeting solar installers, EPCs, and energy companies throughout Europe

  • Lead full-cycle new business opportunities from prospecting through close, including, discovery, solution positioning, stakeholder alignment, negotiation, and close

  • Build and maintain a healthy pipeline through outbound prospecting, inbound demand, and partner-sourced leads

  • Conduct structured discovery conversations that connect customer challenges to measurable business outcome across sales efficiency, design accuracy, and regulatory compliance workflows

  • Partner with Solutions Engineering to deliver tailored product demonstrations and solution proposals for European customers.

  • Maintain accurate pipeline visibility and forecasting within Salesforce to support business planning and revenue predictability.

  • Share market, customer, and competitive insights with Product, Marketing, and EU leadership to help inform roadmap and go-to-market strategy

  • Represent Aurora at industry events, conferences and trade shows across Europe

What You Bring

  • 3–5+ years of quota-carrying B2B SaaS sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets

  • Experience managing multi-stakeholder sales cycles from prospecting through to close

  • Ability to lead a consultative sales motion by uncovering customer challenges, understanding business priorities, and connect solutions to measurable outcomesExperience presenting solutions and proposals to operations, financial, and executive stakeholders.

  • Experience using CRM systems to manage pipeline and forecast revenue

  • Required business-level proficiency in both German and English

Nice to Haves

  • Experience selling into the solar, renewable energy, energy technology, construction technology, or field service software industries.

  • Genuine interest in renewable energy and solar's role in the European energy transition

  • Experience in a high-growth company or expanding into new markets

  • Familiarity with value-based sales methodologies such as MEDDPICC.

  • Salesforce experience

Benefits: We strive to be the best place for the best people, and that includes the benefits and perks we offer. We provide a holistic program to support physical, emotional, financial, and social needs. This includes work-from-home stipends for home office setup, internet, and co-working spaces. Service providers will receive flexible paid time off including statutory vacation and sick leave, with additional parental leave available. Service providers receive a standard laptop and an annual healthcare budget through AXA. Service providers will also receive perks including access to Wellhub for comprehensive well-being support and Modern Health for mental health resources. Please take a look at our 2026 Germany Benefits Booklet for a deeper dive into our offerings.


Where Aurorans are: Aurora currently has teams within the US, Canada, Poland, and Germany with additional locations on the horizon. We’re united in our work to support the world’s transition to solar!

Aurora is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce of people who believe in and are passionate about creating a future of solar energy for all. We are an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider qualified applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. We encourage you to apply even if you believe that you do not meet all of the above criteria!

Aurora is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.

Skills Required

  • 3-5+ years of quota-carrying B2B SaaS sales experience with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets
  • Experience managing multi-stakeholder sales cycles from prospecting through to close
  • Ability to lead a consultative sales motion by uncovering customer challenges and connecting solutions to measurable outcomes
  • Experience presenting solutions and proposals to operations, financial, and executive stakeholders
  • Experience using CRM systems to manage pipeline and forecast revenue
  • Business-level proficiency in both German and English
  • Experience selling into solar, renewable energy, energy technology, construction technology, or field service software industries
  • Experience in a high-growth company or expanding into new markets
  • Familiarity with value-based sales methodologies such as MEDDPICC
  • Salesforce experience

Aurora Solar Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aurora Solar and has not been reviewed or approved by Aurora Solar.

  • Healthcare Strength Health plans are described as fully employer‑paid for employees with strong dependent coverage on base plans. This breadth bolsters overall compensation value alongside cash components.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is outlined at full base pay for all parents with a gradual return‑to‑work program. Caregiving leave is also referenced, reinforcing family support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Mental‑health resources, wellness programming, and gym access are emphasized as part of the package. Stipends for home office, connectivity, and co‑working further support day‑to‑day wellbeing.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
180 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Aurora is creating a future of solar for all. We’re putting the power of data and technology into the hands of every solar professional to make solar adoption simple and predictable. Our cloud-based platform uses data, automation, and AI to streamline workflows and grow solar businesses faster. As a fast-growing Series D company, we’re disrupting the clean energy industry and changing the course of history with our award-winning, industry-leading software. This software doesn’t just design millions of solar projects, but designs a better tomorrow, empowering solar companies to sell, design, and install residential and commercial solar arrays accurately, seamlessly, and at scale. More than 7,000 of the industry's top organizations rely on Aurora and over 10 million solar projects have been designed with our platform globally. For more information, visit www.aurorasolar.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Why Work With Us

We aim to reflect inclusivity in the people who imagine and build our product by creating an environment where diversity is cherished and where anyone—regardless of background—can thrive. We strive to always do better and know that by empowering people, we can power the planet.

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