[Hiring] Account Executive - Public Sector @Iteris

Role Description

We are seeking a high-performing Mid-Market Account Executive to drive sales and customer success across the West and Central markets. This role is responsible for managing a blended quota of hardware, software, and services focusing on intelligent transportation solutions for public agencies, engineering firms, and regional partners. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and thrive in a performance-driven culture.

• Own and execute go-to-market sales within assigned accounts in West and Central territory
• Develop and manage pipeline to exceed quota and forecast with accuracy
• Build trusted relationships with DOTs, MPOs, counties, cities, consultants, and channel partners
• Collaborate with engineering, customer success, and partner teams to deliver full-stack hardware, connected vehicle, and cloud solutions
• Manage complex deals through specification, procurement, and funding cycles
• Provide detailed forecasting via Salesforce and maintain accurate opportunity hygiene
• Lead or support partner engagement with reps, distributors, and resellers to expand regional coverage
• Maintain a regular cadence of customer meetings, demos, presentations, and post-sales engagement
• Communicate market feedback and trends to cross-functional stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Over five (5) years of sales experience, ideally in transportation, infrastructure technology, or public sector SaaS/hardware
• A passion for customer relationships and an ability to earn trust and influence decisions while navigating public sector procurement process
• Proven ability to manage a quota and consistently meet/exceed targets
• Experience navigating government procurement, funding sources, and RFPs
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and customer success
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM platforms
• Willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned territory
• Prior experience selling ITS, traffic sensors, analytics software, or SaaS to public sector preferred
• Experience with indirect or partner-led sales motion (dealer/distributor model) preferred

Requirements

• The anticipated on target earnings for this role are $185,000 and $190,000
• This amount includes annual base pay plus quarterly commissions
• Actual pay offered may be below or above these amounts, depending on the individual’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits

• Quarterly Sales Commissions
• 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period
• Open Paid-Time-Off [PTO] benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Medical reimbursement plans
• Disability coverage
• Education assistance program