Enterprise Account Executive, Northeast
Kong Inc.
About this role
The Enterprise Account Executive, Northeast at Kong is responsible for driving growth in enterprise sales within the open source and enterprise software sectors. This role entails managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to contract negotiation, while building relationships with C-level executives and aligning solutions to customer needs. The Executive will collaborate with various internal teams to ensure a seamless sales experience, leverage CRM tools for forecasting, and contribute insights for business growth initiatives. Successful candidates should have 7+ years of experience in enterprise sales, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of industry trends and customer landscapes.
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About Kong Inc.
konghq.comKong Inc. is a leading API gateway and service mesh provider, designed to enhance developer productivity, security, and performance across modern architectures. The company's unified platform, Kong Konnect, provides tools for API management, AI gateway integration, and event streaming, enabling seamless connectivity and governance for organizations. With features tailored for API producers and consumers, Kong empowers businesses to build, run, discover, and govern APIs efficiently while supporting AI modernization efforts. Trusted by top companies, Kong is recognized for its ability to accelerate digital transformation and foster innovation in the API ecosystem.
Recent company news
Kong Inc Highlights Educational Focus on API and AI Concepts
15 hours ago
Kong Expands with New Headquarters in Downtown San Francisco
May 22, 2025
Kong debuts tools for metering and monetizing APIs and AI agents
Oct 16, 2025
Introducing KAi, the Agentic API Platform Co-Pilot for Kong Konnect
Oct 14, 2025
Kong Inc Targets Kafka Connectivity Challenges With Event Gateway Focus
2 weeks ago
About Kong Inc.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$260k – $360k
per year
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