Corporate Account Executive – East

Chainguard is seeking a Corporate Account Executive for its East region, based in the United States. This role drives new business and expands relationships with Fortune‑500 and high‑growth technology customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect, qualify, and close new enterprise accounts across the East US market.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to meet or exceed the annual quota of $104,275.77.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and solutions engineering teams to tailor Chainguard’s secure open‑source platform to customer needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline forecasts, and quarterly business reviews.
• Represent Chainguard at industry events, webinars, and customer workshops to build brand awareness.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise SaaS sales experience, preferably in security, developer tools, or cloud infrastructure.
• Proven track record of achieving $100k+ annual quota with complex, multi‑stakeholder deals.
• Strong understanding of open‑source software, supply‑chain security, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self‑motivated, results‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑growing venture‑backed environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary of $104,275.77 with uncapped commission.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Equity participation in a high‑growth startup backed by top investors.
• Remote‑first flexibility with occasional travel to customer sites and company events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of customers will I be selling to?

You will target Fortune‑500 enterprises and fast‑growing tech companies that need secure, production‑ready open‑source builds.

Is remote work allowed?

Chainguard operates a remote‑first model, so you can work from anywhere in the US East region with occasional travel for meetings.

What is the compensation structure?

The role offers a base salary of $104,275.77 plus uncapped commission and equity participation.