Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales Representative, Manager and Director
Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT.
We are hiring Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales Representatives, Managers, and Directors to expand our reach in mission-critical industries such as Automotive, Medical Devices, Industrial Systems, Robotics, and Telco, as well as consumer electronics. We are looking for candidates who are technically skilled and familiar with embedded Linux and RTOS.
The successful candidate will carry an annual bookings quota within their assigned territory. They should be able to travel regionally for client engagement, industry conferences, and internationally for company events twice a year. They will be expected to demonstrate professionalism and effectiveness, to prospect accounts for new business, maintain and develop existing relationships, and work with colleagues and partners on account strategy.
The role entails :
- Building and executing a territory plan to prioritize leading security-focused brands and manufacturers
- Working with marketing to promote our brand and increase market awareness in prioritized accounts
- Developing pipeline through outreach, prospecting, local marketing, and industry events
- Closing contracts to meet and exceed quarterly and annual bookings targets and achieve strategic objectives
- Managing customer relationships and interactions through all stages of the sales cycle
- Working with IoT Field Engineers to understand customer requirements and ensure customer satisfaction
- Maintaining accurate data and forecasts within Salesforce
- Establishing productive professional relationships with key influencers and decision-makers
- Coordinating with colleagues, including support, delivery, and management
What we are looking for in you :
Exceptional academic track record from both high school and universityUndergraduate degree in a technical subjectConfidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitationTrack record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding resultsField sales experience in embedded Linux, embedded software, or enterprise softwareTrack record of achievement of sales targets and large account winsPassion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiativesThe work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleaguesProfessional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skillsExperience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityAppreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organizationThoughtfulness and self-motivationResult-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitmentsAbility to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks longWillingness to travel up to 50% for customer meetings and industry eventsAbility to develop and execute territory sales plansDetail oriented with effective follow-upWhat we offer colleagues :
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsCanonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.
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