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Public Sector Strategic Account Executive - SLED, California

Remote, US

GitLab is an open-core software company that develops the most comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps Platform, used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission is to enable everyone to contribute to and co-create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating human progress. Our platform unites teams and organizations, breaking down barriers and redefining what's possible in software development. Thanks to products like Duo Enterprise and Duo Agent Platform, customers get AI benefits at every stage of the SDLC.

The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software.

An overview of this role

GitLab is the most comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps platform for software innovation. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 40 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100 trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster.

This role is a member of our Public Sector Team. The right candidate will have a positive record of Enterprise Sales experience along with a solid background in the software development lifecycle in areas like CI/CD automation, secure development practices, and infrastructure modernization in a regulated environment.

What you'll do

• Strategic Account Leader will report to a Regional Director.
• Build and execute strategic account plans that align GitLab's platform with agency modernization initiatives
• Navigate complex procurement cycles and develop multi-year technology roadmaps with CIOs and technical leaders
• Partner with system integrators and resellers to create powerful solutions for government challenges
• Provide account leadership and direction in the pre- and post-sales process
• Conduct sales activities including prospecting and developing opportunities in large/strategic accounts
• Ensure the successful rollout and adoption of GitLab products through strong account management activities and coordination with pre- and post-sales engineering and support resources
• Be the voice of the customer by contributing product ideas to our public issue tracker
• Travel as necessary to accounts in order to develop relationships and close large opportunities
• Generate qualified leads and develop new customers in conjunction with our strategic channel partners in exceeding quota

What you'll bring

• 5+ years of proven success selling technology solutions to U.S. State and Local Government and Higher Education Institutions (highly desired)
• Deep understanding of State procurement vehicles, compliance requirements, and agency buying cycles
• Consultative approach that positions technology as a mission enabler
• Passion for open source and modern software development practices
• Track record of navigating complex stakeholder environments and building consensus
• Able to provide high degree of major account management and control
• Work under minimal supervision on complex projects
• Ability to leverage established relationships and proven sales techniques for success
• Effective communicator (written/verbal), strong interpersonal skills
• You share our values and work in accordance with those values.

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. We also recognize that diversity in applicants strengthens our team. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.

Remote-Global

The position requires someone located in the greater San Francisco or Sacramento areas.

Equal Opportunity

GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. GitLabs policies and practices relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement are based solely on merit, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, or any other basis protected by law.

This role may have location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer questions about location after starting the recruiting process.

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