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Account Executive

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Salary
$280K - $300K USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
16 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

OpenRouter is hiring a remote Account Executive in the United States to drive new business growth and shape the go-to-market strategy. This full-time position suits an entrepreneurial sales professional with a background in complex B2B environments and a deep understanding of artificial intelligence technology.

Role Overview

As an Account Executive, the chosen professional will manage the entire sales pipeline from initial prospecting to final contract closure. This role places the candidate at the heart of enterprise AI adoption, helping organizations utilize large language models efficiently through OpenRouter infrastructure. Operating independently, the representative will collaborate with internal teams to scale revenue and build a foundational sales process for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Drive new business acquisition and achieve sales quotas by managing the complete sales cycle.
Manage strong inbound interest and conduct outbound prospecting targeting startups and enterprises.
Present technical product demonstrations to developers, founders, and executive leaders.
Utilize a consultative method to uncover customer pain points and showcase measurable business value.
Collect competitive intelligence and customer feedback to guide product development.
Partner with ecosystem channels and industry groups to source qualified leads.
Help establish repeatable sales playbooks, processes, and best practices.
Coordinate with marketing, product, engineering, and customer success departments.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of successful B2B sales experience with a history of meeting or exceeding quotas.
Proven capability to close annual contracts valued at $100K or higher across complex stakeholder groups.
Background in early-stage companies where processes were built with minimal resources.
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and business audiences.
Comprehensive knowledge of the AI and ML ecosystem, API architectures, and developer integration.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills tailored for all organizational levels.
Strong familiarity with CRM software and sales engagement tools.

Nice to Have

Background in selling developer tools, API-first products, or AI and ML infrastructure.
Prior experience as an early sales team member or first sales hire.
Demonstrated success in establishing sales processes from inception.
Knowledge of product-led growth motions and technical evaluation workflows.

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary ranging between $280,000 and $300,000 USD.

About the Company

OpenRouter provides an open AI routing and infrastructure layer that lets enterprises access, manage, and optimize large language models across multiple providers without vendor lock-in. The platform empowers advanced AI teams to move quickly and scale securely as generative artificial intelligence evolves.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official OpenRouter careers page to submit an application for this remote position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location requirement for this role?

This position is fully remote within the United States.

What is the salary range for the Account Executive position?

The annual salary is between $280,000 and $300,000 USD.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 5+ years of proven B2B sales success.

What type of product does OpenRouter offer?

OpenRouter provides an open AI routing and infrastructure layer for accessing and optimizing large language models across providers.

What deal sizes is the candidate expected to close?

The role requires a track record of closing annual contracts valued at $100K or higher.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official OpenRouter careers page.

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