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Enterprise Account Executive - San Francisco

Kong · California, United States · Remote

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About Kong

From APIs to AI, Kong is the fabric of modern connectivity. Centralize LLM access, automate API workflows, and secure your digital ecosystem at scale. Backed by Index, NEA and a16z.

About the role

Kong is looking for an experienced Enterprise Account Executive to drive new business and expansion across large enterprise accounts. You’ll own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pipeline generation through executive engagement, negotiation, and close. This is an opportunity for a proven enterprise seller who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and knows how to navigate complex SaaS, cloud, or infrastructure sales. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

More about this role

If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.

Kong is looking for an experienced Enterprise Account Executive to drive new business and expansion across large enterprise accounts. You’ll own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pipeline generation through executive engagement, negotiation, and close.

This is an opportunity for a proven enterprise seller who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and knows how to navigate complex SaaS, cloud, or infrastructure sales.

At Kong, we offer uncapped commissions with significant upside , competitive benefits, and equity in a company with strong growth potential.

Own the full enterprise sales cycle from prospecting through close and expansion.

Build and maintain a strong pipeline while consistently delivering against revenue targets.

Develop relationships with C-level executives and key decision-makers, becoming a trusted advisor.

Lead strategic account planning and identify new opportunities within enterprise...

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