Canonical · 5 months ago
Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales Representative, Manager and Director
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveCanonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, known for its Ubuntu platform widely used in various sectors. They are hiring Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales Representatives, Managers, and Directors to drive sales in mission-critical industries, requiring candidates to be skilled in embedded Linux and RTOS.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Building and executing a territory plan to prioritize leading security-focused brands and manufacturers
Working with marketing to promote our brand and increase market awareness in prioritized accounts
Developing pipeline through outreach, prospecting, local marketing, and industry events
Closing contracts to meet and exceed quarterly and annual bookings targets and achieve strategic objectives
Managing customer relationships and interactions through all stages of the sales cycle
Working with IoT Field Engineers to understand customer requirements and ensure customer satisfaction
Maintaining accurate data and forecasts within Salesforce
Establishing productive professional relationships with key influencers and decision-makers
Coordinating with colleagues, including support, delivery, and management
Qualification
Required
Empathy for the customer - a real understanding of customer needs, industry-specific challenges, and a desire to help customers solve their business problems
High intellect - the ability to learn quickly, understand very complex subjects, and communicate clearly to build trust and confidence
Passion for technology - a fascination with the state of the art from brilliant people solving hard problems, and fierce competition for large prizes
Teamwork - a willingness to help others, to collaborate well with people from different disciplines, and to balance personal and team ambitions
Energy - the drive to motivate oneself and others to achieve the best result for the team and our customers
Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
Undergraduate degree in a technical subject
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
Field sales experience in embedded Linux, embedded software, or enterprise software
Track record of achievement of sales targets and large account wins
Passion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiatives
The work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills
Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
Appreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization
Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
Ability to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
Willingness to travel up to 50% for customer meetings and industry events
Ability to develop and execute territory sales plans
Detail oriented with effective follow-up
Benefits
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
Company
Canonical
We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kara Stemig
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