Pure Storage

Account Executive, Cloud & Data Services

United States full-time Senior $130,000 - $208,000
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About the role

Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

THE ROLE
Portworx by Everpure is the leading global solution for unlocking the potential of Kubernetes by unlocking the power of data at enterprise scale. Portworx is a cloud native platform that enterprises depend on to reduce the cost and complexity of rapidly deploying containerized applications across multiple clouds and on-prem environments. By providing a single standard that works across the environment, we reduce the operating cost of kubernetes, unlock more use cases, respond and pivot to changes due to economic, regulatory and/or business impacts and make it easier to modernize applications, delight developers, and deliver innovation.
Via Portworx, you can manage any database or stateful service on any infrastructure using any container scheduler. You get a single data management layer for all of your stateful services, no matter where they run. And we thrive in multi-cloud environments.
SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE…
We are looking for a highly motivated, persistent, polished and entrepreneurial Account Executive to focus on finding/nurturing/closing deals related to Portworx and our Everpure Cloud offerings.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Grow a territory and manage deals from land to expand, doing account planning/selling across our Enterprise, Commercial, Corporate and US SLED segments

Work through partners and with co-sellers in order to drive new business opportunities

Understand prospect and customer use-cases in order to drive new business

Plan and manage the relationships at both the strategic and operational level

Evaluate new opportunities and present recommendations to the management team

Conduct competitive and market intelligence sessions for customers

Work closely with the rest of the Portworx and Everpure Cloud sales/pre-sales/SDR and engineering teams

Give enablement sessions both 1:1 and 1:many in order to spread the word on Portworx and Everpure Cloud

Leverage all available documentation, best practices, knowledge-base articles and other vehicles to assist customers

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE:

10+ years experience in selling enterprise software and subscription software, building 3-4x pipeline and exceeding annual quota.

A basic technical understanding of the enterprise software, container, cloud native, and storage domains

Ability to present Portworx and Everpure Cloud’s unique value propositions, products, vision, strategy, and road map

Excellent interpersonal skills including written and oral communication, able to build relationships easily and deepen them over time

Avid hunter with proven prospecting skills, consistently opening doors to new customers and navigating seamlessly between the boardroom and the data center while passionately positioning the advantages of a Portworx and/or Everpure Cloud solutions

Authenticity and a genuine desire to engage customers and understand their business challenges

Thought leadership, creativity and a challenger mindset; the ability to apply your customer insights and expertise in technology solutions to position Everpure’s portfolio to solve persistent problems

Ability to assess, plan, and actively manage a territory to achieve maximum revenue and efficiency

Expertise leading a complex sales process with multiple stakeholders, while fostering teamwork and shared ownership internally with Everpure co-sellers and with Partners

Consistent track record of exceeding quota and driving referenceable business

Passionate about post-sales customer success

Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

The annual base salary range is:

$130,000—$208,000 USD

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers.

Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been named Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®!

Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events. Check out for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at if you’re invited to an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership.

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.

Join us and bring your best.

Bring your bold.

Pure and simple.

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