Key Account Director

cloudera· Cloudera Inc.
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🌍 Remote📍 US-North Carolina-RemoteFull time
Full timeHybridCloudera Inc.

About this role

Business Area:

Sales

Seniority Level:

Mid-Senior level

Job Description: 

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry.  Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

Job Description

Cloudera Sales empowers the world's largest enterprises across every industry to use data to solve some of the most complex challenges that impact businesses, communities and lives. We have a platform that delivers incredible Data and Analytics technology across On- Prem, Public Cloud, and in a Hybrid model. We’re at an exciting point in our transformation as we successfully execute on our strategy. 

As part of the Sales team, you will have autonomy to engage with leading enterprise customers, prospects and partners. You will help foster long term, sustainable, and mutually rewarding relationships. This is your opportunity to be part of something intellectually stimulating, fast paced, transform a customer’s business, and earn financial rewards along the way. 

As the Key Account Director you will:

  • Own the overall account relationship, in order to drive net-new revenue in the account and ensure customer success 

  • Build consensus and develop relationships at multiple levels: executive sponsors, decision-makers, influencers

  • Align Cloudera domain products and service experts to key customer stakeholders, while maintaining account oversight

  • Lead large scale sales cycles and transactions

  • Meet regularly with the account to generate new Cloudera demand and net-new pipeline 

  • Forecast the business, lead the internal team, and communicate key updates 

  • Exceed quarterly and annual goals for new software subscription and cloud consumption

We’re excited about you if you have:

  • Minimum 10+ years of exceeding enterprise software sales targets

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience selling to financial services vertical, in particular, with accounts such as American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, Capital One, London Stock Exchange. 

  • AI proficient, understanding of the impact AI will have on businesses 

  • Data management, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Data Warehousing experience 

  • Containers, Kubernetes, data infrastructure, public cloud infrastructure technology experience

  • Four year degree (Bachelor's) from accredited university required

  • Ability to travel 

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

What you can expect from us:

  • Generous PTO Policy 

  • Support work life balance with Unplugged Days

  • Flexible WFH Policy 

  • Mental & Physical Wellness programs 

  • Phone and Internet Reimbursement program 

  • Access to Continued Career Development 

  • Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages 

  • Paid Volunteer Time

  • Employee Resource Groups

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Key Account Director position at cloudera?
The salary for this Key Account Director role at cloudera is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Key Account Director job at cloudera remote?
Yes, this Key Account Director position at cloudera is remote, with team members based in US-North Carolina-Remote. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Key Account Director role at cloudera full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Key Account Director role in the Cloudera Inc. department at cloudera.
Which team or department does the Key Account Director at cloudera belong to?
This Key Account Director position is part of the Cloudera Inc. department at cloudera. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Key Account Director position at cloudera?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cloudera's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Key Account Director job at cloudera posted?
This Key Account Director position at cloudera was posted on Jul 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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