[Remote] Strategic Account Executive

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack. The Strategic Account Executive will target and close new business with Datadog’s largest customers, focusing on uncovering their pain points and delivering suitable solutions.ResponsibilitiesProspect into large Fortune 1000 companies while running an efficient sales processMaintain, build and own specific relationship maps for your territory including existing relationships and aspirational contactsDevelop a deep comprehension of customer's businessNegotiate favorable pricing and business terms with large commercial enterprises by selling value and ROIHandle existing customer expectations while expanding reach and depth into assigned territoryDemonstrate resourcefulness when faced with challenges that defy easy solutionHave intuitive sense of necessary steps to close business and gain customer validationIdentify robust set of business drivers behind all opportunitiesEnsure high forecasting accuracy and consistencySkills5+ years closing experience (mix of field selling within mid-market and enterprise)Driven and have met/exceeded direct sales goals of 1M+ and operated with an average deal size of $100k+Able to demonstrate methodology to prospect and build pipeline on your ownExperienced in working for an innovative tech company (SaaS, IT infrastructure or similar preferred)Experienced in selling into large Fortune 1000 companies with the ability to win new logosRole requires regular travel to client sites, within your area and other regions, using various modes of transportation (car, train, air), depending on business needsExperienced in working for an innovative tech company (SaaS, IT infrastructure or similar preferred)BenefitsHigh income earning opportunities based on self performanceNew hire stock equity (RSU) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathingSales training in MEDDIC and Command of the MessageIntra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networkingAn inclusive company culture, opportunity to join our Community GuildsGenerous and competitive medical benefits packageRetirement savings matchPet adoption and insurance programHealthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefitsA 401(k) plan and matchPaid time offFitness reimbursementsA discounted employee stock purchase planCompany OverviewDatadog is an observability and security platform that offers infrastructure, applications, software development, and monitoring services. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.datadoghq.com.Company H1B SponsorshipDatadog has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2026, 123 in 2025, 66 in 2024, 45 in 2023, 53 in 2022, 31 in 2021, 29 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.