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Strategic Account Executive (FED)

Location
Canberra, Australia
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
senior
Type
full time · Remote

Posted by employer 6 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 5 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 15 hours ago

Requirements

Experience
5+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Education Budget Equity/Stock Options Remote Work Health Insurance

Joblaze summary

The Strategic Account Executive at Datadog focuses on driving sales within Federal Government organizations, employing a structured approach to identify customer needs and articulate the product's value. Candidates should have over five years of experience in sales, particularly in technology sectors, and a proven track record of meeting substantial revenue targets. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in enterprise sales and familiarity with the public sector, as Datadog aims to expand its footprint in this market.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 5 months ago — first seen on Joblaze April 14, 2026. Last confirmed on Datadog's careers page October 10, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Datadog: District of Columbia, United States.

Quick facts

Is the Strategic Account Executive (FED) role remote?
Yes — Datadog lists this as a fully remote position.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Strategic Account Executive (FED) role.
What seniority level is this role?
Datadog targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Strategic Account Executive (FED) role at Datadog.

From the original posting

Our Enterprise Sales team works with a best-of-breed product that solves real problems for our customers. Sellers follow a well-defined methodology that helps them identify the customer's unique needs and clearly convey the value of the Datadog product. Whether you're looking to learn from the best or be the best, the Datadog sales team is dedicated to furthering personal development and team success.

We are searching for an experienced Sales Executive that has a real passion for technology and can deliver on bold revenue targets. As we continue to enter into bigger markets, and formalize our support for the Public Sector enterprise segment, this division within Datadog will blaze the path for organizational growth. This is a lucrative opportunity to break into new Federal Government accounts within a rich territory, as well work with accounts who are in a hybrid state and transitioning to the cloud.

What You’ll Do:

  • Prospect into Federal Government organizations while running an efficient sales process
  • Maintain, build and own specific relationship maps for your territory including existing relationships and aspirational contacts
  • Develop a deep comprehension of customer's business
  • Negotiate favorable pricing and business terms with FED enterprises by selling value and ROI
  • Handle existing customer expectations while expanding reach and depth into assigned territory
  • Demonstrate resourcefulness when faced with challenges that defy easy solution
  • Have intuitive sense of necessary steps to close business and gain customer validation
  • Identify robust set of value drivers behind all opportunities
  • Ensure high forecasting accuracy and consistency

Who You Are:

  • Someone with 5+ years closing experience (mix of field selling within mid-market or enterprise)
  • Driven and have met/exceeded direct sales goals of 800k+ and operated with an average deal size of $50k+
  • Able to demonstrate methodology to prospect and build pipeline on your own
  • Experienced in working for an innovative tech company (SaaS, IT infrastructure or similar preferred)
  • Experienced in selling into Federal Government organizations with the ability to win new logos
  • Role requires regular travel to client sites, within your area and other regions, using various modes of transportation (car, train, air), depending on business needs

Benefits and Growth:

  • High income earning opportunities based on self performance
  • New hire stock equity (RSU) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
  • Sales training in MEDDIC and Command of the Message
  • Intra-departmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking
  • An inclusive company culture, opportunity to join our Community Guilds
  • Generous and competitive medical benefits package
  • Retirement savings match
  • Pet adoption and insurance program

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