Strategic Core Account Executive - Banking, m/f/d

Zscaler

About Zscaler Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. We are looking for a Principal Specialist Sales Engineer to join our team. This is a remote role based in Germany, reporting to the Senior Manager, Specialists Solutions Architects in the Global Specialty Sales organisation. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as a world leader in cloud security. You will collaborate across global teams to demonstrate the power and agility of cloud transformation, nurturing trusted partnerships and delighting customers. Your technical leadership will be pivotal in executing strategic solutions for the Exposure Management and Zero Trust Branch initiatives. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) * Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers * Gather customer technical requirements to ensure proposed solutions will meet customer goals and needs * Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations * Design evaluation test plans with customers and guide the process to successful outcomes Who You Are (Success Profile) * You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful. * You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. * You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. * You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust. * You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) * Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain * Bachelor’s Degree in Technology, a related field, or equivalent professional experience * 10+ years of experience in Sales Engineering, Solutions Consulting, or Solutions Architect * Proven experience selling network security technologies (SD-WAN, routing protocols, SWG, routing, proxies, firewalls, SSL/IPsec, VPNs, DLP, and end-user monitoring) * Fluency in German What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) * Demonstrated capability in positioning AI-driven threat intelligence or automated policy optimization within Zero Trust frameworks to enhance customer security postures * Industry standard certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, Network+, CCNP, CCIE, or Security+ * Deep understanding of complex, multi-year sales cycles and expertise in value-based storytelling #LI-Remote #LI-LS2 Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and determined by role and level. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for this position across all Germany locations. Individual pay placement within this range is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including job-related skills, relevant experience, and education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/bonus/equity (if applicable) and benefits. Base Pay Range €112.875—€161.250 EUR At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including: * Various health plans * Time off plans for vacation and sick time * Parental leave options * Retirement options * Education reimbursement * In-office perks, and more! Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here. By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines. Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

Reddit

Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 126 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information. For more information, visit www.redditinc.com. The Global Insights team serves as Reddit’s central hub of knowledge, responsible for translating first-party and third-party data into actionable insights about people, communities, and cultural conversations. The team plays a critical role in helping Sales, B2B Marketing, and Consumer Marketing teams articulate Reddit’s value to advertisers and consumers alike. Reddit is seeking an EMEA Insights Specialist to join our growing Global Insights team. This hybrid role will focus on both commercial and consumer insights, helping advertisers show up more strategically on Reddit while also supporting Reddit’s growth and positioning among consumers across the region. As the first dedicated Insights hire in Germany, this person will become the definitive voice of Insights across DACH — serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to some of the world’s largest brands, agencies, and internal stakeholders. This role combines consumer intelligence, cultural strategy, brand positioning, commercial storytelling, and market expertise to help drive advertiser investment and audience growth across EMEA. Reporting to the Global Insights Principal, this role will partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Communications, and Growth teams to shape how Reddit is understood in-market by both advertisers and consumers. Location Preferred candidates based in Berlin or Hamburg. Amsterdam and London will also be considered. Responsibilities * Transform complex first-party and third-party data into persuasive, actionable narratives and strategic recommendations for advertisers and internal stakeholders. * Design hypothesis-driven research frameworks that identify the right business questions before selecting methodologies. * Conduct and synthesize mixed-methods research, including qualitative and quantitative approaches, to uncover cultural and consumer trends. STRATEGY & GROWTH * Translate insights into compelling sales narratives, strategic positioning, and “why Reddit” stories that support advertiser acquisition and revenue growth. * Help brands understand how to succeed on Reddit through culturally informed audience and platform insights. * Support both advertiser growth and consumer growth initiatives by identifying opportunities to strengthen Reddit’s market position across EMEA. * Contribute to brand strategy development, positioning work, perception studies, and Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) frameworks. CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE * Surface culturally relevant regional insights that inform marketing, communications, and growth strategies. * Develop a nuanced understanding of online communities, subcultures, and evolving social behaviors across fragmented EMEA markets. * Act as a subject matter expert on Reddit communities, internet culture, and platform behavior within the German and broader EMEA media landscape. STORYTELLING & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP * Create sharp, provocative, insight-led narratives that challenge conventional thinking and inspire action. * Represent Reddit at industry events, client presentations, keynote sessions, and thought leadership opportunities. * Influence senior stakeholders through concise, commercially relevant storytelling and strategic recommendations. QUALIFICATIONS * Proven experience working in stakeholder-facing insights, strategy, analytics, or research teams within media owners, agencies, or platform organizations. * Native or fully fluent German and English language proficiency required; French is a plus. * Strong presentation and communication skills, with experience representing insights at high-profile consumer, B2B, and client-facing events. * Deep expertise in mixed-methodology research, including: * Qualitative methods (ethnography, focus groups, moderated and AI-moderated interviews, social listening) * Quantitative methods (survey design, segmentation, brand tracking, statistical analysis) * Strong understanding of the German media and advertising landscape * Ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders across major German brands and media agencies. * Familiarity with platform analytics, first-party data, and syndicated tools such as GWI, Comscore, Ipsos, and survey research platforms. * Broad category fluency across key advertiser verticals including CPG, automotive, finance, technology, entertainment, and retail. * Working knowledge of the competitive platform landscape across EMEA.  * Strong cultural intuition and curiosity around online behavior, digital communities, and emerging social trends across EMEA markets. * Comfortable navigating cross-functional priorities and collaborating across multiple internal teams. Benefits * Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support * Family Planning Support * Gender-Affirming Care * Mental Health & Coaching Benefits * 100% employer-funded retirement savings plan * Risk Benefits * Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off * Generous Paid Parental Leave   In select roles and locations, the interviews will be recorded, transcribed and summarized by artificial intelligence (AI). You will have the opportunity to opt out of recording, transcription and summarization prior to any scheduled interviews. During the interview, we will collect the following categories of personal information: Identifiers, Professional and Employment-Related Information, Sensory Information (audio/video recording), and any other categories of personal information you choose to share with us. We will use this information to evaluate your application for employment or an independent contractor role, as applicable.  We will not sell your personal information or disclose it to any third party for their marketing purposes.  We will delete any recording of your interview promptly after making a hiring decision.  For more information about how we will handle your personal information, including our retention of it, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for Potential Employees and Contractors. Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve.  Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.

Zscaler

About Zscaler Zscaler accelerates digital transformation to ensure our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. As an AI-forward enterprise, we are constantly pushing the envelope, leveraging the world’s largest security data lake to power our cloud-native Zero Trust Exchange platform. This innovation protects our customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We say, impact over activity. We seek innovators who actively use AI to amplify their impact and who thrive in an environment where we leverage intelligent systems to stay ahead of evolving threats. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we’re focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you’re enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of the team that’s helping to secure the AI age, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity. Role We are looking for an Account Executive to join our team. This is a hybrid role based in Germany, reporting to the Sales Director in the Enterprise sales department. The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers and driving a secure, cloud-enabled digital future. In this role, you will take ownership of an assigned territory to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. What you’ll do (Role Expectations) * Take ownership of an assigned territory in Germany focused on net new logo and up-sell opportunities with Enterprise prospects and customers * Demonstrate expertise in building business cases that clearly show value and differentiation at all levels of your customer and prospect organizations * Generate pipeline using new techniques, tools, joint field marketing initiatives, and top-tier channel partners including VAR, SI, and SP Who You Are (Success Profile) * You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful. * You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution. * You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact. * You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust. * You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose. What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications) * Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain * 3+ years of sales experience with a revenue quota, selling to Enterprise accounts in Germany * History of net new logo accomplishments and a clear understanding of how to leverage channel partnerships * Willingness to be coached and the discipline to work a proven sales process from beginning to end * Evidence of successful "team sales" and the ability to leverage internal resources and partners * Fluency in German What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications) * Experience leveraging AI-powered sales intelligence, predictive forecasting, or conversational AI platforms to optimize enterprise territory planning and pipeline acceleration * Proficiency in strategic sales planning with experience closing net new logos * A consistent track record of winning business in Enterprise accounts #LI-Hybrid #LI-MM5 Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and determined by role and level. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for this position across all Germany locations. Individual pay placement within this range is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including job-related skills, relevant experience, and education or training. The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/bonus/equity (if applicable) and benefits. Base Pay Range €82.250—€117.500 EUR At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including: * Various health plans * Time off plans for vacation and sick time * Parental leave options * Retirement options * Education reimbursement * In-office perks, and more! Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here. By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines. Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link. Pay Transparency Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.