Account Director, Federal Civilian
OpenAI is seeking an experienced Account Director, Federal Civilian to join the OpenAI for Government team in Washington, DC. This senior leadership role focuses on driving strategic relationships and AI adoption across U.S. federal civilian agencies. The successful candidate will lead complex, high-impact deals that empower government clients to achieve their missions using OpenAI’s secure, compliant, and mission-aligned AI tools. This position combines deep federal sales expertise with a passion for AI-driven transformation. The ideal candidate is a proven strategist who has consistently achieved multimillion-dollar federal revenue targets, understands government procurement processes, and can communicate technical value to senior government stakeholders. Join OpenAI in shaping how artificial intelligence transforms public service delivery while ensuring it benefits all of humanity.
Application accepted until position is filled
Requirements
1. 14+ years of experience selling SaaS or PaaS solutions to U.S. federal government clients.
2. Proven record of exceeding $2M+ annual federal revenue targets.
3. Expertise in complex federal deal strategy, contracting, and procurement.
4. Experience engaging senior government executives and agency leaders.
5. Ability to communicate complex technical and strategic concepts clearly.
6. Strong understanding of the federal policy, compliance, and technology landscape.
7. Demonstrated success supporting high-performance, fast-growth environments.
8. Skilled in gathering and analyzing federal market intelligence.
Benefits
1. Competitive base salary ($261K–$315K) plus equity.
2. Hybrid work structure with relocation assistance.
3. Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellbeing benefits.
4. Opportunities to shape federal AI adoption and public sector innovation.
5. Inclusive and mission-driven company culture focused on safe AI deployment.
The application process will continue on the employer's website.
Location
Washington, DC
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