Account Executive APJ

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.

Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.

Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.

About the Role:

Were looking for a talented Account Executive (AE) who will be responsible for prospecting and closing new business within an assigned territory. The AE will identify nurture and close opportunities with both new and existing customers manage forecasts and track customer data. The AE will work cooperatively with internal departments to improve the velocity of business and to create solutions that serve the best interests of our customers at Planet Labs.

Join a growing sales team with tremendous upside for growth. The ideal candidate is energetic and enthusiastic with a desire to overachieve. We value high aptitude over experience so if you feel like you are the right fit for this dynamic team please apply.

This is a full-time remote position based in Australia Singapore or Japan. If located near an office you are expected to work from that office 3 days per week.

Impact Youll Own:

• Prospect develop and close a continuous pipeline of opportunities
• Maintain account and opportunity information in
• Forecast business and sales pipeline as required by management
• Up and cross-sell opportunities probe for additional contacts with projects/opportunities
• Achieve and surpass all stated goals for the position
• Work with Marketing to conduct seminars assist with trade shows and other marketing related events

What You Bring:

• 2 years of experience in closing sales
• Bachelors degree in a related field
• Relevant experience in the Defense industry
• Experience coordinating small to medium transactions
• Experience working within a quota and commission structure
• Fluency in English the language of our company
• Experience using
• A track record of overachieving Sales goals
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be self-motivated and have a results-oriented approach

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Track record overachieving quota within a B2B Daas/SaaS sales cycle
• Experience with Maritime or Monitoring based Analytic Use Cases service the defense industry
• Territory Account Management experience
• Understanding of MEDDPICC and Command of the Message methodologies
• Knowledge of Salesforce LinkedIn Sales Navigator ZoomInfo Groove Pathfactory and email automation tools
• Domain expertise in GEOINT satellite imaging or remote imaging. Previous vertical selling to defense or national security based ministries or agencies
• Experience in a matrix environment

Application Deadline:

April 14 2026 at 23:59 (11:59p PT)

Benefits While Working at Planet:

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.

• Paid time off including vacation holidays and company-wide days off
• Employee Wellness Program
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

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Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.

EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.

Accommodations:
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