Public Sector Account Executive (State and Local Government)

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Hiring Remotely in United States
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94K-149K Annually
7+ Years Experience
Cloud • Security • Software • Generative AI
Elastic, the Search AI Company, helps everyone find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale.
The Role
As a Public Sector Account Executive, you will grow Elastic's presence within state and local government accounts, drive adoption of AI-powered search solutions, act as a trusted advisor, identify new business opportunities, and collaborate across the organization to enhance customer experiences.
Summary Generated by Built In

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

What is The Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Public Sector Account Executive. This role will focus on growing our presence within state and local government accounts. As an integral part of our growth strategy, you will play a key role in empowering government agencies through innovative search technology and analytics, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their data.


What You Will Be Doing:

  • Drive the adoption of AI-powered search solutions within new Enterprise accounts and deepen our engagement with existing Strategic accounts.
  • Position yourself as a trusted advisor, assisting users and customers in harnessing the full power of Elastic's search analytics to transform their data into actionable insights.
  • Nurture our Open Source offerings, articulating the value and capabilities of our advanced commercial features.
  • Identify and develop new use cases, showcasing how Elastic’s solutions enable users to work more efficiently and intelligently.
  • Collaborate closely with various Elastic business functions to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
  • Proactively identify new business opportunities with customers, successfully navigating complex sales cycle.
  • Develop a comprehensive business plan using community, customer, and partner ecosystems to drive significant growth within your territory.


What You Will Bring:

  • 5-10 years of experience and a consistent track record selling technology solutions, preferably related to Enterprise Search, Log Analytics, Security, APM, and Cloud.
  • Experience in State and Local Government sales, preferably within the State of Colorado and surrounding region.
  • Experience in solution selling, with the ability to articulate the value of technology for customers and effectively address their challenges.
  • High energy levels, a strong work ethic, and the ability to adapt to changing environments.
  • Consistent and accurate sales forecasting skills using SFDC.


Bonus Points:

  • Experience in selling within an Open Source model.
  • Preferred location: Denver, CO - Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arkansas, Oklahoma


If you're eager to contribute to the world of Search Analytics and thrive in solving complex problems through the power of AI-driven search, Elastic wants to hear from you!

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component, that together comprise the On-Target Earnings (OTE).  On-Target Earnings (OTE) are based on a 50/50 pay mix (base salary / target variable).  

The typical starting OTE range for new hires in this role is listed below.  This range represents the lowest to highest OTE we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.  

An employee's position within the OTE range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program.  Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being.

The typical starting salary range for this role is:

$94,400$149,400 USD

The typical starting Target Variable range for this role is:

$94,400$149,300 USD

The typical starting On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for this role is:

$188,800$298,700 USD

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

  • Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
  • Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
  • Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
  • Generous number of vacation days each year
  • Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
  • Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
  • Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected] We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster)

Elasticsearch develops and distributes encryption software and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, the Crimea Region of Ukraine, the Donetsk People’s Republic (“DNR”), and the Luhansk People’s Republic (“LNR”). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
3,222 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

Why Work With Us

Free and open isn’t just how we build our products, it’s how we build our culture. We value creativity and mobility, so you can grow how (and where) you want to… and be happier at work.

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