Overview
Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers and industry leaders across sectors. The company is founder-led, profitable and growing. We are hiring for Enterprise Sales and Alliances Sales roles to drive revenue growth across opportunities globally. This particular link targets a Spanish Speaker based in or able to commute to Colombia with knowledge of the Colombian market.
Canonical is a globally distributed team with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times per year in person at locations around the world to align on strategy and execution.
These roles entail :
- Advancing a deep understanding of Linux and cloud software ecosystem, and open source selling models
- Experience with negotiating contracts and commercial business terms
- Building and expanding strategic relationships
- Building and owning the strategy and development of sales engagements
- Growing customers awareness of open source capabilities on Canonical Ubuntu
- Delivering on targets, objectives and providing a voice of the partner and / or customer
- Travelling both domestically and internationally to drive partnerships in person
- Aligning and supporting internal Field teams to identify, support, grow and transact
- Working closely with Marketing, Sales Engineering and Product Management to deliver on targets, objectives and provide a voice of the partner and / or customer
- Leading executive interlocks between partners / customers and our own leadership team
What we are looking for in you
Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve revenue in the technology fieldExperience with Linux and open sourceStrong academic background; undergraduate degree in a technical subject or a compelling alternative narrativeConfidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitationLeadership and commitment to skills development and mentorshipPassion for technology evidenced by personal projects and initiativesWork ethic and confidence to collaborate with motivated colleaguesProfessional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountabilityAppreciation of diversity, and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-national organisationThoughtfulness and self-motivation with a results-oriented mindsetAbility to travel internationally twice a year for company events up to two weeks, and more regularly to meet clients and partners as requiredWhat we offer colleagues
We consider geographic location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits reflecting our values. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance Program including Health and Wellness platformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we enable AI, IoT and cloud initiatives globally. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards for new hires. Most colleagues have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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