Account Executive - Enterprise

Zscaler; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off plans for vacation and sick time

Parental leave options

Retirement options

In-office perks

Job summary

Zscaler is seeking an Account Executive for their APJ Field Sales team in Mumbai. This hybrid position focuses on solving customer challenges and demonstrating the value of cloud transformation. Ideal candidates will have extensive sales experience with a proven revenue record and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Collaborating closely with Solutions Engineers and managing the full sales cycle are key responsibilities. Zscaler offers comprehensive benefits and a culture focused on customer obsession and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Sales with a consistent revenue quota.
• Proven experience engaging with accounts and selling at the C-Level.

Responsibilities

• Solve customer pain points through Zscaler's value proposition.
• Educate decision-makers on the power of cloud transformation.
• Manage the full sales cycle from engagement to closure.

Skills

Sales experience

C-Level engagement

Problem-solving

Customer obsession

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high‑performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability.

We value high‑impact, high‑accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.

Role

We are looking for an Account Executive, Enterprise to join our APJ Field Sales team in a hybrid capacity in Mumbai, reporting to the Regional Director, Majors.

You will be part of a global group of professionals passionate about delighting customers and driving a secure, cloud‑enabled digital future as we cement our position as the world leader in cloud security.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Solve customer pain points by leveraging Zscaler's unique value proposition and inspiring technology
• Educate key decision‑makers within your territory to demonstrate the power and agility of cloud transformation
• Operate as the GM of your business, creating comprehensive plans for coverage, prospecting, and marketing
• Collaborate closely with Solutions Engineers to deliver both business and technical value to clients
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial engagement to closure while building a robust customer footprint

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. You adapt to what’s needed, navigating seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands‑on execution.
• You are a problem‑solver. You seek out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a high‑trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You are customer‑obsessed. You build deep empathy for the customer—both internal and external—and anchor your decisions in solving their real‑world problems. You champion their needs from start to finish, knowing their success is our success.
• You are resilient and adaptable. You view change as an opportunity and setbacks as temporary. You maintain composure and focus in high‑pressure situations, guiding yourself and your team through complexity with a steady, positive hand.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Extensive experience in Sales with a consistent revenue quota
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field
• Proven experience engaging with accounts and selling at the C‑Level

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Background in Security, SaaS, or Software sales
• Demonstrated history of over‑achievement, consistently ranking in the top tier of your organization
• Experience collaborating with Channel partners to build joint plans and drive pipeline to closure

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• In‑office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler’s Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

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