Account Executive, Corrections

About the role

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. As an Account Executive on our Corrections Sales Team, you'll lead complex, enterprise-wide sales efforts that bring modern technology, data, and connected workflows into historically under-innovated environments. This role is ideal for someone looking to operate at the intersection of high-impact mission and high-stakes enterprise sales.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the strategy and execution for a multi-state Corrections territory, building and executing account plans to execute large scale, technology-driven operational transformation across state departments of corrections in the territory
• Develop and execute territory and account strategies for large, high-impact agencies, focusing on long-term revenue growth and market expansion
• Lead complex, multi-year sales cycles that drive meaningful transformation, positioning Axon’s solutions as a strategic priority—not a nice-to-have
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships, creating alignment and urgency across multiple stakeholders within state agencies
• Identify, shape, and close high-value opportunities, navigating procurement, budget cycles, and regulatory complexity unique to public sector sales
• Act as the quarterback of the deal, orchestrating cross-functional teams (product, technical, legal, leadership) to win complex opportunities
• Sell across a portfolio of integrated solutions, clearly articulating how Axon’s ecosystem delivers measurable outcomes
• Drive pipeline strategy, forecasting accuracy, and overall territory performance to consistently exceed targets
• Expand relationships across agencies by building multi-threaded networks and positioning Axon as a long-term strategic partner
• Partner with internal teams to inform go-to-market strategy, sharing customer insights, competitive intelligence, and market trends

Requirements

• 8+ years of quota-carrying sales experience, with a track record of consistently exceeding targets in complex enterprise or public sector environments
• Proven success owning and scaling a multi-state or highly strategic territory, including developing and executing account strategies
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, complex, multi-threaded sales cycles involving executive stakeholders, procurement, and cross-functional buying groups
• Experience closing high-value, multi-year deals within large, complex organizations
• Proven ability to drive organizational transformation in legacy or highly regulated environments through the adoption of new technology
• Ability to sell with a strong point of view, clearly articulating urgency and driving change in slow-moving organizations
• Experience selling complex, multi-product or platform solutions, translating technical capabilities into clear business outcomes
• Track record of leading team-based sales motions, orchestrating internal and external stakeholders to win complex opportunities
• Ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor
• Experience leveraging CRM tools (Salesforce or similar) to drive pipeline strategy, forecasting accuracy, and territory performance
• Familiarity with public sector, Corrections, or Law Enforcement sales cycles, including navigating budget cycles and RFPs, is a plus
• Highly autonomous operator who can own the business and drive results across a distributed, cross-functional team

Qualifications

• Proven success in complex enterprise or public sector environments
• Experience in multi-state or highly strategic territories
• Strong track record of closing high-value, multi-year deals
• Ability to drive organizational transformation in legacy or highly regulated environments
• Experience selling complex, multi-product or platform solutions
• Experience in public sector, Corrections, or Law Enforcement sales cycles

Skills

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to navigate ambiguous and complex environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to articulate a compelling point of view and drive change
• Experience with CRM tools and pipeline management
• Knowledge of public sector, Corrections, or Law Enforcement sales cycles

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Snacks in the office

Pay

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Schedule

Remote with regional travel