IBM Principal Specialist

We are seeking a high-energy, innovative IBM Principal Specialist to drive new business for MongoDB, the world’s most popular and fastest-growing modern database platform. This role is a unique opportunity to build, execute, and scale a world-class IBM Co-Sell Partnership that delivers meaningful value to IBM, our joint customers, and MongoDB.

Requirements

• Energetic, resourceful, entrepreneurial, and tenacious team player
• 5+ years of quota-carrying experience generating pipeline and closing deals through or with IBM
• Experience working with or at IBM, including OEM and reseller motions
• Experience selling into BFSI accounts (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance)
• Understanding & knowledge of IBM’s Data & AI portfolio, IBM Cloud, IBM Z & LinuxOne (IFLs), and the watsonx ecosystem
• Demonstrated ability to build executive-level relationships and influence C-suite stakeholders
• Technically knowledgeable in enterprise software and cloud computing space with familiarity with databases, DevOps, and open-source technology
• Consistent record of exceeding goals in highly competitive environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate business value in complex enterprise sales
• Acute attention to detail, particularly in licensing models and complex contract negotiations
• Proven ability to structure and negotiate proposals and develop joint business plans
• Experience developing partner value propositions and executing GTM programs, including joint enablement, demand generation, deal registration, and reporting
• Formal sales methodology training (e.g., MEDDIC, SPIN, Challenger)
• Strong ability to build champions and manage complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles
• Passion for growing a career in the largest market in software and developing deep expertise in MongoDB’s product portfolio

Benefits

• Best in breed Sales trainings in MEDDIC and Command of the Message, including our comprehensive Sales Bootcamps and development programs
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
• Generous and competitive benefits (parental leave, fertility & wellbeing support)