Enterprise Account Executive - Nordics

MariaDB plc; Norway; Remote; NOK 849,000 - 1,274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Massive flexibility and freedom

25 days paid annual leave

Job summary

MariaDB is seeking an Enterprise Account Executive to lead new business acquisition in the Nordics. You will drive revenue growth across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland, collaborating with partners and cross-functional teams to close strategic enterprise deals.

The ideal candidate has a proven quota-achieving track record, strong executive communication, and the ability to navigate complex sales cycles. Fluency in English and local language skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years SaaS sales experience, database/data management a plus.
• Sales hunter focused on new and expansion business who is persistent, tenacious, and self-disciplined.
• Proven ability to manage large enterprise opportunities, while closing transactional business.
• Sales acumen to run complex sales cycles; results driven and autonomous.
• Strong executive communication at senior level.
• Familiar with AI-driven revenue tools and listed platforms.
• Willingness to travel within the region.
• Fluency in English; local language skills valued.

Responsibilities

• Set a strategic sales plan for territories aligned with GTM strategy.
• Manage and build a strong sales pipeline with prospects, partners and customers.
• Maintain an accurate pipeline and forecast of opportunities.
• Navigate complex sales processes using MEDDICC/MEDDPICC.
• Establish and maintain relationships with executives in Enterprise accounts.
• Prepare and deliver business reviews to senior management quarterly.
• Develop account plans to retain and grow existing customers.

Skills

SaaS sales

New business hunter

Enterprise deals

Complex sales cycles

Executive communication

Sales tools

Collaborative work

Travel willingness

English fluency

Tools

Sales Navigator

SFDC

Clari

Salesloft

Nooks

Job description

MariaDB is making a big impact on the world. Whether you’re checking your bank account, buying a coffee, shopping online, making a phone call, listening to music, taking out a loan or ordering takeout – MariaDB is the backbone of applications used everyday. Companies small and large, including 75% of the Fortune 500, run MariaDB, touching the lives of billions of people. With massive reach through Linux distributions, enterprise deployments and public clouds, MariaDB is uniquely positioned as the leading database for modern application development.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a hardworking, driven Enterprise Account Executive (AE) with initiative to lead new business acquisition in the Enterprise market in the Nordics region. Reporting to the Director, Sales - EU, you will execute sales within your assigned territory, resulting in revenue growth and new customer acquisition. You will work both independently and collaboratively, as part of various teams within your assigned geography to close sales, win business, and reach sales targets.

A successful EAE is an experienced professional with a proven track record of exceeding quota by generating and maintaining active engagements with customers and prospects, at times in collaboration with our partners. The ideal candidate should understand and be able to articulate the companies value proposition.

Responsibilities

• Set a strategic sales plan for your territories in line with MariaDB's GTM strategy
• Manage and build a strong sales pipeline by engaging with prospects, partners, and key customers
• Maintain an accurate, robust pipeline and forecast of business opportunities
• Navigate complex sales processes by applying MEDDICC / MEDDPICC
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and executives within Enterprise accounts
• Prepare and deliver business reviews to the senior management team on quarterly strategies
• Develop account plans for key accounts to retain and grow existing customer base by identifying opportunities to continue to add value for existing customers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years SaaS sales experience, database/data management a plus
• Sales hunter, focused on new and expansion business who is persistent, tenacious, and self-disciplined
• Proven ability to manage large enterprise opportunities, while closing transactional business
• Sales acumen to run complex sales cyclesCandidates must be results driven, self-motivated and able to work autonomously
• Strong executive communication presence and excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate and sell effectively at a senior level
• Familiarity with Sales Navigator, SFDC, Clari, Salesloft, Nooks and other AI driven revenue generating tools is a plus
• Work effectively in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel within the region
• Fluency in English is required in addition to local language skills are highly valued

Location

Remote - Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland

What’s in it for you?

Impact the world of technology by pushing the boundaries of technology and business models, working at MariaDB. Be part of a game-changing organization that encourages outside-the-box thinking, values empowerment, and is truly shaping the future of the software industry.

You’ll be collaborating with high-caliber colleagues around the world, offering unparalleled learning and growth opportunities. We provide a very competitive compensation package, 25 days paid annual leave (plus holidays), equity ownership, a massive degree of flexibility and freedom, and more.

Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.

Compensation

Salary Range: Finland Base EUR 80k-120k; Norway NOK 795k - 1.075k; Sweden SEK 669k - 905k Please note: The starting salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's skills, qualifications, and relevant experience, in alignment with our compensation framework.

MariaDB is an equal opportunity employer.