At EdSights, we’re building technology that helps colleges and universities better understand and support their students—at scale. Our platform amplifies the student voice in real time, giving institutions the insights they need to improve outcomes and retention. Today, we partner with 250+ colleges and universities across the country and are growing quickly.
We’re backed by a recent $80M investment from JMI Equity and are in a phase of rapid execution and expansion. This role is an opportunity to do meaningful, hands-on work at a high-growth startup tackling one of higher education’s most urgent problems: helping more students access college—and supporting them all the way through graduation.
You’ll join a driven, thoughtful team that values ownership, moves quickly, and cares deeply about building products that make a measurable difference for students.
“EdSights has perhaps the world’s most valuable data set on what college students need to navigate their academic lives.”
- The Washington Post
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a results-oriented, entrepreneurial Account Executive with strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for sales and business development. You’ll own a territory end to end—learning your prospects’ strategic priorities, crafting effective outreach, and leading the full sales cycle from prospecting through close. This role is highly visible and plays a key part in shaping the company’s future while making a real impact in education.
What you’ll do
Partner with the VP of Sales to target, map, and execute prospecting strategies within your territory
Drive daily outbound activity via phone, email, and social to book introductory meetings
Lead prospect presentations and manage opportunities from first contact through close
Build, manage, and forecast a healthy sales pipeline
Travel 1–3 times per quarter for tradeshows and on-site meetings
Act as a trusted advisor, bringing industry insight and clearly articulating the value EdSights provides
About You
3+ years of sales experience, including 2+ years in a closing role
Consistent track record of meeting or exceeding performance goals
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Resilience and consistency in a results-driven environment
Strong time management and organizational skills
Passion for learning, growth, and making an impact in education
Nice to Haves
Experience in or selling into the higher education market
Experience managing sales cycles of 3+ months
Why join EdSights?
Make a real impact in higher education — Be part of a mission you can be proud of to help colleges and universities better support students through AI-driven insights, real-time engagement, and student-centered technology.
Join a values-driven, collaborative culture — Be part of a kind, inclusive, “no-ego” team that prioritizes trust, transparency, and respect.
Grow with a fast-scaling EdTech company — EdSights is ranked on Inc. 5000 for rapid growth and innovation.
Enjoy flexibility and competitive benefits — Remote-friendly work, unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, competitive compensation, new Apple hardware, 401k matching, and strong health and wellness benefits.
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