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Full-Time Hybrid Information Technology

Head of Sales

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Location
Austin, Texas 78701
Salary (Annually)
$160,000 - $220,000
Experience
Executive
Posted
Oct 18
Location
Austin, Texas 78701
Salary (Annually)
$160,000 - $220,000
Experience
Executive
Posted
Oct 18
Head of Sales

About the Role

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a fast-growing technology company in Austin, for an experienced Head of Sales to lead and scale their revenue organization. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives on building winning teams, owning ambitious growth targets, and shaping go-to-market strategy at a company entering its next stage of expansion.

Day to day, you will split your time between coaching frontline sales managers, refining pipeline and forecasting processes, and partnering with marketing and product leadership to sharpen positioning and messaging. The ideal candidate is a hands-on sales leader who has personally carried a quota, has since built and managed high-performing teams, and is energized by the mix of strategic planning and in-the-trenches deal support that defines this role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and deliver the company's overall revenue targets and sales forecasts
  • Build, coach, and lead a team of sales managers and individual contributors
  • Design and continuously refine the sales process, playbooks, and methodology
  • Partner with marketing to align on lead generation, messaging, and campaign strategy
  • Collaborate with product and customer success on pricing, packaging, and retention
  • Analyze pipeline data and sales metrics to identify trends and improvement areas
  • Represent the sales organization in leadership and board-level discussions
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop top sales talent as the team scales
  • Negotiate and close strategic, high-value customer agreements
  • Manage sales compensation planning and territory design

Requirements

  • 8+ years of progressive sales experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
  • Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets
  • Experience building and scaling sales teams in a high-growth environment
  • Strong command of CRM platforms and sales analytics tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to hire, coach, and retain high-performing sales talent
  • Experience developing go-to-market strategy in partnership with marketing and product teams
  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience
  • Willingness to work onsite in Austin on a hybrid schedule

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission and bonus potential
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
  • Stock options or equity participation
  • Professional development and leadership training budget
  • Parental leave program
  • Collaborative, modern office space in Austin
  • Company-sponsored team events and offsites

Jeff is the Careerscape team member who posted this role. Questions about the role, comp, or fit? Reach out directly.

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How This Salary Compares

The midpoint of this role’s $160,000–$220,000 range is $190,000 per year. Here is how that compares with live openings on Careerscape right now:

This role (midpoint)
$190,000
Information Technology jobs — median
$100,000
Texas 78701 jobs — median
$73,500
Hybrid jobs — median
$85,000

Figures are computed automatically from salary ranges on live Careerscape listings and update as jobs are added or filled. They are informational, not an offer guarantee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Head of Sales earn in Texas 78701?

This position pays $160,000 to $220,000 per year. The midpoint of $190,000 is above the $100,000 median for Information Technology roles currently listed on our board.

Is this Head of Sales job hybrid?

This is a hybrid position based in Austin, Texas 78701.

What experience do I need to apply?

This is listed as a Executive level role. See the Requirements section above for the specific qualifications the client is looking for.

What benefits does this job include?

Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission and bonus potential, Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with company match, Generous paid time off and company holidays, Hybrid work schedule with flexibility, Stock options or equity participation.

How competitive is this opening?

Posted on October 18, 2026 with 41 applications so far. Applying early is recommended, as our recruiters begin reviewing candidates as soon as applications come in.

When should I expect to hear back?

Qualified applicants can typically expect a response within 5–7 business days of applying, though depending on the role and the client’s hiring timeline it can occasionally take up to 30 days. Because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t always able to send a personalized update to every applicant — but you can check the status of your application anytime in your candidate portal.

How do I apply?

Click Apply Now, fill in your details, upload your resume, and submit — no account required, it takes under two minutes.

Why isn't the employer named?

As a staffing and recruiting agency, we keep our client companies’ names confidential while roles are open — it protects their hiring plans and your candidacy. You’ll be introduced to the employer as you move forward.

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