Dynamic Account Executive at Descript | San Francisco, CA or Remote

About the RoleJoin us as we revolutionize the creation of audio and video content with our cutting-edge AI-driven platform and web application. Our mission is to simplify the process of recording, transcribing, editing, and mixing audio and video online, presenting unique technical challenges that require innovative solutions.We are seeking a seasoned software engineer to develop a state-of-the-art video editing and streaming platform that will enhance the core editing and AI functionalities of our application.

About DescriptDescript is a pioneering, AI-driven collaborative platform designed to simplify video creation, editing, and sharing for everyone. Our mission is to empower teams to edit videos effortlessly and provide powerful tools for our dedicated video teams.As a product-focused and customer-centric organization, we prioritize craftsmanship, speed, and clarity in thinking. User research is integral to our process, helping us understand our users deeply and enabling teams to cultivate better product intuition, ultimately leading to superior products for our customers.About the RoleWe are seeking a Lead UX Researcher to influence product decisions and establish user research practices throughout Descript.In this senior individual contributor role, you will take ownership of complex problem spaces from inception to conclusion, while also enhancing how teams connect with users by providing improved tools, systems, and practices. This encompasses foundational and ethnographic research, enhancing our methods of synthesizing and disseminating insights, and empowering PMs and designers to conduct high-quality research independently.Descript caters to a diverse array of creators and enterprises, each with unique workflows and objectives. This position is crucial for fostering a deep understanding of our users and ensuring that this understanding consistently informs product decisions.If you are enthusiastic about joining a customer-focused culture, driving impactful research, and amplifying its influence across a product organization, we would love to connect with you.

The Mission Descript is transforming the landscape of content creation by integrating traditional editing practices with cutting-edge AI technologies. Our goal is to streamline every stage of the creation process—from recording and transcribing to editing and sharing—making it faster and easier than ever to produce high-quality content. About the Team: Our Growth Engineering team is in its second year, and we are focused on developing both a repeatable sales model and a self-service approach simultaneously. We are seeking two exceptional engineers, at the senior to staff level, who possess the insight to identify strategic opportunities, the agility to test them, and the expertise to scale successful initiatives. Join us to unlock significant growth potential! What You'll Work On At Descript, our growth efforts encompass the entire user journey—from the moment a user signs up to when they become an indispensable part of our community. This role goes beyond minor adjustments; it’s about crafting systems that fundamentally transform our growth trajectory. Build the Systems that Enable Growth Design and maintain the experimentation playbook, establishing frameworks, tools, and best practices to facilitate efficient testing across the team. Architect personalized user journey systems that tailor the product experience based on individual user profiles and goals. Create data pipelines and instrumentation that provide real-time insights into performance metrics. Run Impactful Experiments Oversee A/B testing from start to finish: formulate hypotheses, instrument features, deploy them, analyze outcomes, and iterate. Manage activation and onboarding processes to ensure new users quickly realize the value of our platform and continue to engage. Foster a metrics-driven culture by collaborating with Data and Product teams to define optimization goals and build towards them. Shape the Product Beyond Just Code Develop full-stack solutions that encompass both frontend (dynamic React UI) and backend (APIs) components. Collaborate with Product and Design teams to clarify what we are building, not just how we build it. Use a systems-thinking approach to enhance team processes; your insights will be highly valued.

About the Role Descript is on the lookout for a Director of Customer Success who is strategic, empathetic, and execution-focused, to spearhead, scale, and enhance our Customer Success operations. As the head of a rapidly growing Customer Success Management (CSM) team, you will play a crucial role in establishing best practices, refining our post-sale processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to boost adoption and growth within our Enterprise customer segment. This pivotal role is tailored for a builder who thrives in dynamic, early-stage environments. You will partner closely with the VP of Sales to craft our customer success strategy, guarantee customer satisfaction and growth, and position Descript as the industry leader in modern media creation workflows. Key Responsibilities Lead & Cultivate a High-Performing CSM Team Manage, mentor, and expand a talented team of Customer Success Managers tasked with onboarding, adoption, retention, and growth in strategic Enterprise accounts. Set team operating frameworks, KPIs, and performance expectations that enhance customer value and drive commercial success. Foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Define & Implement Customer Success at Descript Create scalable Customer Success programs, processes, and playbooks for onboarding, adoption, renewal, expansion, and risk management. Collaborate with the VP of Sales to determine the long-term vision for Customer Success, success metrics, and team structure as it evolves. Deploy systems and tools that enable visibility, efficiency, and data-informed decision-making throughout the customer journey. Enhance Customer Outcomes Across Our Enterprise Portfolio Oversee executive engagement strategies, ensuring CSMs are perceived as trusted advisors by our most valuable accounts. Work alongside Sales leadership to jointly manage revenue outcomes, including retention, renewals, and expansion initiatives. Develop frameworks to identify at-risk customers, proactively intervene, and secure long-term account health. Influence Product Development & Shape the Future of Descript Act as a senior voice of the customer across Product, Engineering, Design, Marketing, and Support. Convert customer feedback into actionable opportunities, guiding roadmap prioritization and product strategy. Ensure the Customer Success organization is seamlessly integrated with cross-functional teams.

Join Our Team as an Infrastructure Engineer At Descript, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the way audio and video content is created and edited. Our mission is to make this process fast, easy, and accessible for everyone. We are developing a state-of-the-art media editor that leverages real-time collaboration, innovative user experience, and advanced AI technology. We envision a future where content creation is seamless and enjoyable. As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will take ownership of the reliability and performance of our production systems. You will lead initiatives that empower our engineering team to enhance the quality and efficiency of their work. Your role will involve managing and optimizing our core production infrastructure, which serves as the foundation for all engineering efforts. We seek individuals with a strong grasp of systems fundamentals, a passion for teaching and mentoring, and the ability to make strategic decisions. In this position, you will collaborate closely with engineering leadership to define what reliability means at Descript as we scale. If you are excited about shaping the future of a beloved product, this role is perfect for you! Your Responsibilities: Develop technical and business solutions that enhance the quality and reliability of our product features and systems. Lead initiatives to improve the reliability of our core infrastructure, including production clusters, networking, databases, and observability systems. Promote best practices during code reviews, technical design discussions, and launch planning. Oversee our incident management and fire drill processes. Work with engineering leadership to set goals and prioritize production reliability efforts.

Join Billiontoone as an Account Executive and play a pivotal role in driving our business forward. You will engage with clients, build strong relationships, and promote our innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of revolutionizing the healthcare landscape.

The RoleAt Descript, accounting is more than just maintaining accurate books; it’s about establishing the financial framework that empowers our company to operate swiftly and make informed decisions.As a proactive accounting leader, you will report directly to the VP of Finance, taking ownership of the month-end close, financial reporting, and essential accounting operations. You will oversee our Senior Accountant and engage with the entire accounting process—from journal entries and reconciliations to revenue recognition and system enhancements.We seek an individual who flourishes in a dynamic environment and is eager to tackle any accounting challenge that arises. No task is too trivial or too intricate if it enhances the integrity and efficiency of our financial operations. This position offers a clear trajectory toward a Controller role as the company grows.Your Key ResponsibilitiesMonth-end Close: Lead the close process from start to finish—review the work of the Senior Accountant, produce your own reports, and drive continuous improvements in the accuracy and timeline of the close process.Financial Reporting: Ensure the production of high-quality internal and external financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Revenue Recognition: Manage ASC 606 processes to guarantee precise revenue recognition for both self-service and enterprise contracts.Core Accounting Operations: Oversee accounts payable, payroll accounting, accruals, and general ledger management.Reconciliations: Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Tax & Compliance: Aid in federal, state, and local tax obligations. Collaborate with external tax advisors on filings and compliance issues. Manage sales tax processes.Systems & Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements across our accounting systems (NetSuite, Zip, Navan) to enhance accuracy and efficiency.Cross-functional Partnership: Collaborate with RevOps, Sales, and Customer Support to ensure accurate transaction recording and prompt resolution of operational issues.

About Mach9Mach9 is revolutionizing the surveying and geospatial landscape with our innovative AI-driven platform. Serving the $3 trillion infrastructure sector, we empower millions of surveyors and civil engineers by enabling them to harness geospatial data for unparalleled project efficiency. Our flagship product, Mach9 Digital Surveyor, is reshaping traditional surveying practices by automating the extraction of critical features from extensive imagery and 3D datasets, achieving results up to 96 times faster than conventional methods. By amplifying the capabilities of surveyors, Mach9 is set to accelerate infrastructure advancement, enhance decision-making processes, and fundamentally transform our approach to building and maintaining the world.Backed by industry leaders including Quiet Capital, Y Combinator, and notable figures like Kyle Vogt (founder of Cruise) and Amar Hanspal (former CEO of Autodesk), Mach9 is at the forefront of technological innovation.Position Overview:We are on the lookout for a motivated and seasoned Account Executive to join our expanding sales team, reporting directly to the CEO. This position will play a pivotal role in driving sales performance and revenue growth among prestigious clients within the commercial surveying and mapping sector. The successful candidate will be instrumental in formulating and executing strategic account growth initiatives in collaboration with the CEO. We are seeking individuals with a minimum of 5 years of sales experience, particularly those well-versed in surveying and reality capture technologies such as LiDAR, UAVs, and photogrammetry.

About the Role Descript is revolutionizing the way teams create, collaborate, and communicate through video and audio. As we continue to expand and enhance our presence in the enterprise sector, we are in search of a remarkable Sales Director for the US to spearhead our next phase of growth. This is an exceptional chance to build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of Account Executives while partnering with some of the world’s most innovative companies, helping them transform their content creation processes using AI-driven workflows. In your capacity as a senior sales leader, you will be instrumental in shaping our go-to-market strategy. You will establish high standards for hiring, coaching, and developing elite sales talent. By fostering a culture that emphasizes strong fundamentals, disciplined execution, and a steadfast commitment to customer success, your leadership will influence enterprise organizations in adopting AI-enhanced video creation at scale — positioning you as a key player in building one of the most prestigious go-to-market organizations in the SaaS industry. If you are passionate about constructing category-defining teams, thrive in high-growth environments, and aspire to leave an indelible impact on the future of AI-powered content creation, we look forward to meeting you. Your Responsibilities Team Leadership & Growth Recruit, lead, and mentor a US-based team of Enterprise Account Executives focused on acquiring and expanding high-value customer accounts. Establish clear expectations, operational rhythms, and performance metrics to consistently meet and exceed Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) goals. Foster a high-trust, high-accountability culture where top performers can excel and achieve their career best. Sales Strategy & Execution Oversee pipeline health for your segment, ensuring predictable future revenue through meticulous qualification, forecasting, and deal analysis. Promote a proactive outbound and pipeline generation culture; ensure every team member masters prospecting fundamentals and takes charge of top-of-funnel activities. Enhance and execute strategic account plans to deepen engagement at the executive level, unlock new use cases, and accelerate growth. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, and Customer Success teams to ensure alignment on messaging, customer outcomes, lifecycle strategies, and enterprise operational efficiency. Provide structured feedback to Go-To-Market and Product leadership, grounded in customer insights, to guide roadmap and narrative development.

This position is based in San Francisco, and all team members are expected to work in the office five days a week, fostering collaboration and teamwork.As an integral part of our team and one of the first Account Executives (AE) at Campfire, you will be pivotal in propelling our growth trajectory. You will work closely with the Founder and CEO to swiftly adapt to your role. Your responsibilities will encompass managing the entire sales cycle—from identifying potential clients to successfully closing deals—while effectively utilizing automation and lead-generation tools to enhance our outreach strategies. Campfire is a fast-paced, high-growth company seeking innovative thinkers who are eager to contribute and grow alongside us. The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas and a results-oriented mindset that exceeds standard expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Generation & ProspectingDevelop and maintain targeted lead lists, ensuring they align with our Ideal Customer Profile (ICP).Collaborate with a Sales Development Representative (SDR) on our Go-To-Market (GTM) team to enhance your pipeline.Leverage automation tools to discover, segment, and engage potential customers.Conduct research and qualify leads within the software industry to establish a solid sales pipeline.Outreach & Relationship BuildingImplement multi-channel outreach strategies, including tailored emails, phone calls, and LinkedIn interactions.Identify key decision-makers and influencers within target organizations.Cultivate leads and forge relationships that promote trust and long-term collaborations.Manage the complete sales cycle for selected accounts, from initial discovery to contract negotiations.Collaborate with marketing and product teams to customize messaging and value propositions for prospects.Deliver product demonstrations to potential clients, effectively communicating the value of Agent+.Metrics & ReportingMonitor, measure, and report on essential sales metrics, such as lead-to-meeting and meeting-to-close conversion rates.Continuously refine workflows and outreach strategies based on performance analytics.Optimize the utilization of CRM software (HubSpot).

Role OverviewJoin AthenaHQ as our pioneering Account Executive and take charge of the sales lifecycle—from prospecting to closing deals. Collaborate closely with our founders to shape our go-to-market strategy and directly influence product development based on valuable customer insights.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify, prospect, and successfully close deals within the mid-market to enterprise sector.Take ownership of revenue targets and drive performance.Collaborate with the team on sales messaging, positioning, and development of sales playbooks.Create scalable sales processes and implement effective tools.Provide actionable product feedback to inform strategic roadmap decisions.

Location: San Francisco, CA (relocation available) Work model: Onsite, five days per week, with occasional flexibility as needed Industry: B2B SaaS (Developer Tools / AI infrastructure, selling to technical leaders) Compensation: Base $100,000–$150,000 plus uncapped commission (targeting 2x OTE depending on performance and plan). Equity may be offered. Company Overview talentpluto is a seed-stage B2B SaaS startup building tools for engineering teams. The company has recently launched a self-serve product and is now expanding its sales-assisted approach. This is a period of growth, with a focus on formalizing sales processes and converting both inbound interest and outbound outreach into repeatable wins. Role Summary This Founding Account Executive position covers the full sales cycle, from discovery through technical validation and close. The immediate focus is on closing mid-market deals, typically within a 3–4 week cycle that includes sandbox trials. The role involves consultative conversations with technical buyers, helping them evaluate the product and understand its value in practical engineering terms, without hype or pressure. What You Will Do Own the sales cycle: discovery, evaluation/sandbox, technical validation, and closing Convert qualified self-serve users into sales-assisted opportunities, guiding them through trials and decisions Build and manage a pipeline through targeted outbound efforts and by optimizing inbound leads Multi-thread deals, map stakeholders, manage timelines, and maintain accurate forecasts Explain technical concepts (APIs, integrations, workflows) clearly and work with technical teammates as needed Document and improve sales playbooks, including ICP, qualification criteria, objection handling, and messaging Requirements At least 3 years of quota-carrying closing experience as an Account Executive or similar Comfort working with technical stakeholders and discussing APIs or technical workflows Consistent performance in environments that require both pipeline creation and disciplined closing Strong communication skills and reliable follow-through, with a professional, respectful approach Willingness to work onsite in San Francisco (relocation support provided) Eligibility to work in the U.S. (work authorization will be discussed during hiring) Bonus Points Experience with developer tools, infrastructure, or selling to engineering teams Engineering education or technical background

At Deepnote, we are pioneering the evolution of data analytics tools, creating an innovative platform where teams can collaboratively explore, analyze, and present data throughout the entire process. Our vision is to make data notebooks the cornerstone of every data-driven team.This is your chance to become one of the founding members of a top-tier sales team at a rapidly growing company. This role is not for everyone, and that’s perfectly fine! At Deepnote, we embrace change as a constant. Our products and processes are continuously evolving, and some are yet to be developed. We are seeking an individual who thrives in an environment that offers a high degree of autonomy and personal responsibility. As an Account Executive at Deepnote, you will empower our customers to realize the value of our offerings by aligning solutions with their key challenges and desired outcomes.

Are you a results-driven Account Executive ready to propel your career to new heights? At Paraform, we’re seeking a highly motivated AE to excel in managing our sales pipeline, closing mid-market and enterprise deals, and contributing to our strategic growth initiatives.We value hard work and creativity; therefore, we're looking for innovative thinkers who thrive in a fast-paced environment, can implement effective processes, and generate fresh ideas that will drive our growth trajectory.Key Qualifications:3 - 8 years of proven success in selling software or services to technology firms within a high-growth startup environment.Extensive outbound prospecting experience.Demonstrated history of exceptional sales performance, including rapid promotions, recognition in President's Club, and consistently exceeding quotas.Remarkable achievements in competitive fields (e.g., collegiate sports, distinguished academic credentials).Your Responsibilities:Manage all incoming leads, drive pipeline development, and close sales deals.Establish time-efficient structures and processes.Innovate new strategies to enhance growth.Oversee enterprise deals from initiation to completion, ensuring a deep understanding of customer needs, guiding them through the evaluation of Paraform, negotiating terms, and facilitating seamless onboarding.About Paraform:At Paraform, we're revolutionizing the hiring landscape by transforming one of the largest and most fragmented markets globally. We collaborate with industry pioneers such as Cursor, Palantir, Windsurf, Decagon, Shopify, Coinbase, and Hightouch to attract world-class talent and have experienced remarkable growth, achieving an 8x increase in revenue last year.As the first comprehensive AI recruiting marketplace, we connect businesses with thousands of specialized recruiters and AI agents, working in tandem to fill positions more rapidly and accurately.Our mission is to create a hiring process that is swift, reliable, and scalable for every company worldwide. We believe that recruitment flourishes when the right individuals tackle the right challenges, blending human insight with AI that genuinely understands hiring dynamics. That’s why we’re laying the groundwork for a new approach to recruitment, merging specialized recruiting talent with state-of-the-art AI tools.

Join StackHawk as an Account Executive in San Francisco, where you will play a crucial role in driving our sales efforts and expanding our customer base. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and presenting our innovative solutions to meet their needs. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Join Our Team as an Account Executive!Location: San Francisco (in-person, in-office, full-time ONLY)Compensation: Total Compensation of $300K–$500K, with a base salary of $100K-$125KAbout VirioAt Virio, we are revolutionizing the B2B go-to-market stack. Supported by visionary investors and seasoned operators from industry giants like LinkedIn, YouTube, HubSpot, Rippling, and Google, we empower the fastest-growing B2B companies to accelerate their market presence through impactful, executive-led content that drives revenue.Our rapid growth is evident, having added $1M in ARR within just 30 days, and we are onboarding customers at an unprecedented rate. We invite you to be part of this exciting journey as an Account Executive, playing a key role in shaping and scaling our customer success initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the entire sales cycle, from both outbound and inbound leads to closing deals.Cultivate relationships with founders, CMOs, CROs, and other go-to-market leaders.Utilize personal branding and content as essential components of your sales strategy.Employ AI tools to enhance efficiency in research, outreach, and follow-ups.Collaborate closely with go-to-market and marketing teams to link content engagement with the sales pipeline.Maintain an organized and accurate sales pipeline and forecast.Ideal Candidate ProfileExperience in Scale-ups and Mid-market: Proven ability to manage complex B2B accounts, particularly in Series A - D stages.Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to engage and communicate with senior executives.Comfort in Unstructured Environments: Thrives in fast-paced and loosely structured settings.B2B Marketing and GTM Knowledge: In-depth understanding of B2B marketing, content strategies, and demand generation.Storytelling Ability: Skill in transforming raw concepts into compelling narratives.AI Integration: Proficient in utilizing AI tools to enhance workflows and productivity.Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to follow-through.Proactive Mindset: A strong inclination towards taking action and ownership of tasks.

Join our innovative team as an Account Executive, where you will be at the forefront of transforming talent acquisition. With Lever's cutting-edge recruitment software, trusted by industry giants such as Netflix and Shopify, you will help us redefine how organizations attract and hire top talent.Lever was established a decade ago to address the critical challenge of recruiting exceptional talent. We pride ourselves on being recognized as the #1 place to work in San Francisco and one of the top workplaces in the United States. Our commitment to a people-first culture and continuous investment in our team members, whom we affectionately call “Leveroos,” sets us apart in the industry. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team as we scale and innovate in the hiring software space.

Join our dynamic team as an Account Executive at leverdemo-8, where you'll play a crucial role in redefining the hiring landscape. As a part of our Customer Success department, you'll have the opportunity to work with innovative software solutions that transform how companies recruit and hire top talent.At leverdemo-8, we are proud to have built a culture that values our people as our greatest asset. Our work environment is conducive to growth and learning, as we continuously strive to maintain our status as a top workplace in San Francisco and across the United States.

Join Our Team!At Uncountable, we are seeking a dynamic and driven individual to become part of our sales and business development team. As the startup ecosystem continues to expand, we need an enthusiastic Junior Account Executive to manage the increasing inbound interest from potential clients and actively pursue promising opportunities. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate across teams and have a significant impact on our product and company culture.Key Responsibilities- Develop and manage outbound campaigns using various channels such as email, phone, and LinkedIn.- Present compelling sales pitches to potential clients, both virtually and in-person.- Conduct product demonstrations showcasing Uncountable's innovative web platform.- Prepare proposals and negotiate terms effectively.- Coordinate sales initiatives to ensure Uncountable consistently excels in client engagements.Requirements- Proven experience in software sales or related fields.- Strong self-starter with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.- A positive attitude and eagerness to learn; a proactive individual ready to dive into challenges.- Willingness to travel approximately 15% of the time.- Availability for morning calls with East Coast and European clients.Preferred Qualifications- Experience in a startup environment.- Previous experience selling technical products.- Familiarity with enterprise sales strategies.- Background in chemistry, materials science, or statistics is a plus.- A passion for technology, chemistry, or material science is highly valued.