Strategic Account Representative - LATAM

Couchbase, Inc.

7h • Remote

About The Position

Couchbase, the operational data platform for AI, empowers businesses to succeed by bringing data to life in new ways. Major market-leading companies rely on Couchbase for mission critical operational, analytical, mobile and AI workloads. Built to replace legacy infrastructure and fragmented data services, Couchbase empowers enterprises with a unified platform architected for performance, flexibility and global scale.
With Couchbase, organizations bring their data to life, launching game‑changing customer experiences, exploring the limitless potential of AI, and seamlessly extending applications from the cloud to the edge and beyond. Couchbase’s AI‑ready technology and enterprise partnership model eliminate complexity and reduce total cost of ownership, enabling teams to stay agile, innovative and secure.
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Strategic Account Executive – LATAM Territory
Location: Remote (US-based with alignment to LATAM time zones)
Travel: Up to 40–50% (Regional and International)
Role Overview
Couchbase is seeking a Strategic Account Executive to lead and expand our footprint within the Latin American market. This role is designed for a senior individual contributor who understands the unique nuances of the LATAM enterprise landscape—thriving in long, consultative sales cycles and building deep executive relationships across diverse cultures. You will act as a trusted advisor to our largest, most complex customers in the region, partnering closely with internal teams to deliver business-critical solutions across cloud and on-prem environments.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of enterprise software sales experience, with a specific focus on the LATAM market.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Spanish is required; proficiency in Portuguese is highly preferred.
• Market Expertise: Proven track record of navigating the procurement and security hurdles of Multilatinas and Global 2000 accounts within the region.
• Tech Stack: Experience selling database, infrastructure, or SaaS technologies; familiarity with the shift from on-prem to cloud within the LATAM sector.
• Sales Methodology: Strong command of MEDDIC, Challenger, or equivalent methodologies.
• Cultural Competency: Exceptional ability to engage with both technical stakeholders and executive buyers, respecting regional business etiquette and relationship-based selling.
• Partner Experience: Proven success co-selling with global cloud providers and local regional partners.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a growth-stage environment with a "builder" mindset and the ability to work across multiple time zones.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 40–50% across the region and to the US for headquarters alignment.

Responsibilities

• Regional Strategy: Own and execute a Strategic Account Plan for a defined set of named enterprise accounts across LATAM, aligned with Couchbase’s global strategy and regional growth objectives.
• Growth & Retention: Drive new business, expansion, and retention within the region's largest financial institutions, telecommunications providers, and retail giants.
• Complex Negotiations: Manage multi-threaded sales cycles, navigating the specific legal, procurement, and fiscal requirements inherent in LATAM business transactions.
• Executive Presence: Build and maintain strong C-level relationships, positioning Couchbase as a long-term strategic partner capable of supporting digital transformation at scale.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the "Quarterback" for regional resources, collaborating with Sales Engineering, Customer Success, and Marketing to deliver localized value.
• Ecosystem Development: Develop pipeline by leveraging local Cloud Partnerships (AWS, Azure, GCP) and regional System Integrators (SIs) to penetrate new markets.
• Forecast Accuracy: Maintain disciplined pipeline management and forecasting within Salesforce, ensuring data integrity for the LATAM territory.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off Program - Flexibility to care for you and your family
• Wellness Benefits - A variety of world class medical plans to choose from, along with dental, vision, life insurance, and employee assistance programs
• Financial Planning - Retirement program and Business Travel Insurance
• Career Growth - Be valued, Create value approach
• Fun Perks - An ergonomic and comfortable in-office / WFH setup. Food & Snacks for in-office employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees