Senior Account Executive

Jama Software

. Generate awareness and qualified interest in Jama Connect through targeted email outreach, personalized video messages, cold calling, and social engagement with prospective customers.

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise sales with a focus on developing strategic territory plans and managing the full sales lifecycle. Proven ability to engage with C-suite stakeholders and leverage industry best practices to drive business results.

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Enterprise Sales ExperienceStrategic Territory PlanningCustomer Engagement PlansPipeline ManagementSystems Engineering Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Sales Lifecycle ManagementMarket Intelligence AnalysisQuota AchievementComplex Problem SolvingAccount Management

Soft Skills

Effective ListeningRelationship BuildingResilienceTime ManagementInfluencing Skills

Industry Keywords

Application Lifecycle ManagementProduct Lifecycle ManagementRequirements ManagementAerospace and DefenseMedical Device and Life SciencesAutomotive and SemiconductorIndustrial Consumer ElectronicsSoftTech

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Generate awareness and qualified interest in Jama Connect through targeted email outreach, personalized video messages, cold calling, and social engagement with prospective customers.
Customize messaging to clearly articulate Jama Connect’s value based on each prospect’s business needs, priorities, and buying context.
Manage new business and expansion opportunities by prioritizing high-potential accounts and executing targeted outbound engagement strategies.
Maintain consistent outbound activity and disciplined follow-up in a remote-first sales environment.
Gather and analyze market intelligence to identify prospect trends, emerging needs, and opportunities for targeted outreach.
Participate in regular planning, strategy, and training meetings with the industry team to align priorities and strengthen sales execution.
Model effective sales practices, maintain accurate opportunity records, and support consistent pipeline hygiene.
Analyze pipeline data to identify trends, improve forecast accuracy, and support more effective deal-cycle management.
Oversee the full sales lifecycle from prospecting through close.
Cultivate trusted relationships with stakeholders across product, IT, finance, and executive leadership.
Identify and engage key contacts to create new outbound business opportunities and drive company growth.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated history of developing strategic territory plans that uncover qualified opportunities for Jama Software.
Proven ability to listen effectively, understand complex customer challenges, and connect customer needs to relevant Jama success stories and outcomes.
Strong experience applying reference stories and industry best practices to show how Jama can improve operational results.
Established success leveraging professional networks to reach key stakeholders, build a compelling case for change, influence executive decisions, and support successful deal closure.
Demonstrated expertise assessing complex enterprise challenges and translating them into clear, actionable solutions supported by Jama Software and related services.
Proven success partnering with internal teams to strengthen territory strategy and advance opportunities.
Experience guiding customers through the sales process and developing Customer Engagement Plans that outline the steps needed for a successful close.
Track record of resilience and persistence in overcoming obstacles and delivering positive outcomes.
Strong capability to manage time and territory effectively to drive business results.
5+ years of proven enterprise sales experience.
Experience selling across multiple organizational levels, including C-suite or executive sponsors, and across functions such as product, marketing, and IT.
Knowledge of Systems Engineering and Application Lifecycle Management markets.
Track record of achieving quotas and goals.
Proven track record of developing mentors or champions within customer accounts.
Experience with Systems Engineering, ALM, PLM, or RM.
Experience in one or more of the following verticals: Aerospace and Defense, Medical Device and Life Sciences, Automotive and Semiconductor, Industrial Consumer Electronics, or SoftTech.
Unrestricted right to work in the United States, including natural citizens and Green Card holders.
Reside in eligible states.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Virtual first and culturally diverse work environment spanning 8 countries.
Ambitious and fun work with a chance to define distinct, company-shaping tangible contributions.
Flexible time off and leave programs crafted to meet the needs for your rejuvenation and extra support to cope with life events with a quarterly $75 wellness reimbursement.
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental and vision plans with pre-tax savings accounts and a generous 401(k) employer match.
6+ weeks of paid parental leave to bond with your new family member.
Emphasis on learning and development at all levels with a subscription to LinkedIn Learning.