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Founding Account Executive

ECS Resource Group
Sonoma, CA Other
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

Founding Account Executive


Working with an early-stage, high-growth tech company hiring a founding sales hire to help scale an already proven product.


They’ve got strong early traction with B2B customers and are now looking for someone who can turn that into a repeatable revenue engine.


The role

You’ll work directly with the founders to build and own the GTM motion from day one.

  • Own full-cycle sales (prospecting → close)
  • Run discovery, demos, and close mid–enterprise deals
  • Build pipeline from both network and outbound
  • Shape messaging, positioning, and early sales process
  • Partner with product on feedback and roadmap


What they’re looking for

  • 3 years B2B SaaS sales experience, 2 years closing
  • Strong track record closing $10k deals
  • Able to generate pipeline (not just close inbound)
  • Comfortable in early-stage, low-structure environments
  • Brings energy, ownership, and a builder mindset


Why it’s interesting

  • True founding role with high ownership
  • Strong early traction credible customers
  • Direct access to founders and strategy
  • Clear path into leadership as the team grows


Details

  • Location: San Francisco (hybrid)
  • Comp: $200k–$250k OTE equity

Salary : $200,000 - $250,000

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