Major Account Manager
Datadog
Chicago, IL · $1 a year · Posted October 28, 2026
Just laid off? Start here: a plan for the first weeks
See every open role at Datadog
More in Illinois job market · Technology & Software · Sales jobs
More roles at Datadog
Similar jobs
- Account Manager · Dayton Freight Lines · Hampshire, IL
- Key Account Manager · M-Works Search · Chicago, IL
- Director, Global Corporate Accounts · Barry Callebaut · Chicago, IL
- Area Account Manager · Love's Travel Stops · Chicago, IL
- Vice President, Account Director · Publicis Groupe · Chicago, IL
- Account Director · Newton Research
Where Chicago, IL ranks
Where Chicago, IL placed in our monthly rankings, month by month. Each month stays online at its own address.
November 2026
- #1Best cities for government pay after cost of living$146k · of 18
- #1Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Midwest684 jobs · of 51
- #1Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Great Lakes684 jobs · of 36
- #1Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Midwest1,140 openings · of 59
- #1Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Great Lakes1,140 openings · of 48
- #1Best all-round cities for mid-career professionals in the Midwest80 / 100 · of 20
Rankings about sales jobs
- Best cities for sales jobs #1 New York (2,774 openings)
- Best cities for sales pay after cost of living #1 Santa Clara ($175k)
- Most requested AI skills in sales jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (4.1%)
- AI tools named most often in sales jobs #1 Gong (0.93%)
- Employers with the most sales jobs #1 Charter Communications (389 roles)
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among sales managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for sales managers: 4% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
Skills this job asks for
Say which you have and which you want to build. We use it to match you to jobs like this one.
About the job
The Datadog Major Accounts Team is focused on driving new business and expanding the current Datadog footprint with our largest and most strategic clients. The success of the Major Accounts Team directly impacts the success of Datadog and is a highly visible position with bold revenue targets. We are searching for seasoned and successful Account Executives that have a passion for technology and a fast-paced sales environment. The Major Accounts Team has experienced unprecedented success since its inception in 2021 and we are continuing to expand the team. This is a lucrative opportunity for any driven and competitive salesperson.
At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
What You’ll Do:
Prospect into a targeted set of accounts while running an efficient sales process
Nurture existing client relationships and grow the Datadog footprint
Maintain, build and own specific relationship maps for your territory including existing relationships and aspirational contacts
Develop a deep comprehension of the customer's business
Negotiate favorable pricing and business terms by selling value and ROI
Demonstrate resourcefulness when faced with challenges
Determine necessary steps to close business and gain customer validation
Identify a robust set of business drivers behind all opportunities
Ensure high forecasting accuracy and consistency
Who You Are:
Someone with 7+ years Enterprise software sales experience
Experienced in selling Fortune 100 companies with the ability to win new business
Experience managing a complex account team from multiple GTM Ecosystem partner functions to support Sales cycle
Experience/success selling new solutions into accounts already leveraging core technical products
Combination of leveraging existing customer contacts and net new PG to break into new BUs and sell net new products
Have consistently met/exceeded direct sales goals
Able to demonstrate methodology to prospect and build pipeline on your own
Experienced in working for an innovative tech company
Willingness to travel over 50% of the time
Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits and Growth:
High income earning opportunities based on individual performance
New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing
Sales training in MEDDIC and Command of the Message
Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking
An inclusive company culture, ability to join our Community Guilds (Datadog employee resource groups)
Access to Inclusion Talks, our Internal panel discussions
Free, global Spring Health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+
Competitive global benefits
Giving programs
Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.
Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.
The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is: $1 — $1 USD
About Datadog:
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram , LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.
Equal Opportunity at Datadog:
Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.
Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form . This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Privacy and AI Guidelines:
Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice . For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines .