Lead Platform Innovation Specialist

Overview:

WHO WE ARE

Xactly has helped thousands of companies and millions of sellers around the world beat their revenue targets. Using the Xactly Intelligent Revenue Platform, leaders look past the current quarter to create revenue streams for long-term growth. It is the only solution that aligns seller behavior with boardroom strategy to create a resilient, predictable and profitable business.

We deliver this 100% cloud solution by unleashing human potential. Our employees live our CARE values by focusing on customers' success and treat every user of our products as a member of our family. Every one of us is accountable to keep our word, own our mistakes and show up with an optimistic spirit. We respect each other and value the differences that make us diverse. And we strive for excellence in everything we do - from the innovation in our products to the fun at our events.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Lead Platform Innovation Specialist to join our growing Product Strategy team at Xactly. Dive into an exciting role, developing, iterating, and evangelizing innovative prototype solutions on the Xactly platform. You'll play a pivotal role in addressing the complex business challenges faced by our customers and prospects. Rapidly designing and building solutions on Xactly's composable development platform will be your forte, bringing creative solutions to life. In addition, you'll collaborate across teams, providing invaluable insights and feedback to shape our platform while facilitating a seamless transition of prototypes to R&D teams when the time is right.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Platform Innovation Specialist to join Xactly's growing Product team. As a Platform Innovation Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in solving complex business challenges faced by Xactly customers and prospects by interpreting requirements, designing, building, and testing solutions on Xactly's composable Intelligent Revenue Platform.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including Solutions Consulting and Product Management, to understand customer and prospect challenges, gather comprehensive requirements, and determine how Xactly's Intelligent Revenue Platform can deliver a solution
• Rapidly develop high-quality, end-to-end demo assets on the Xactly platform, turning concepts and ideas into tangible, interactive demonstrations
• Deliver enablement to Solutions Consulting in preparation for customer and prospect demonstrations and contribute valuable insights to Professional Services for accurate project scoping
• Solicit feedback from Solutions Consulting and other cross-functional teams to understand what aspects of the demo assets resonate best with customers and prospects and iterate where appropriate
• Stay up to date on new product features and capabilities to incorporate into new and existing demo assets
• Identify and escalate risks, providing alternative technical and functional approaches when necessary
• Contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to drive excellence

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline)
• A proven track record with a minimum of 10+ years experience in Solution Consulting, Solution Architecture, Professional Services, or a related position
• Proficient in SQL and a solid foundation in data modeling and database management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A passion for design and building software solutions and a talent for translating abstract ideas into interactive, user-friendly prototypes
• Adaptability and a proactive attitude, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Demonstrated excellence in managing multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines, even in the face of conflicting demands
• Enthusiastic and passionate about technology and innovation
• Previous experience with platform application prototyping or application development is a plus
• Knowledge of Sales Planning, Sales Forecasting, Incentive Compensation and related domains considered an asset
• Experience with data visualization tools (eg; Tableau and Power BI) is a plus

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health and Accidental Insurance Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• XactlyFit Gym/Fitness Program Reimbursement
• Free snacks onsite(if you work in office)
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Free Parking and Subsidized Bus Pass (a go-green initiative)
• Wellness program

OUR VISION: Unleashing human potential to maximize company performance. We address a critical business need: to incentivize employees and align their behaviors with company goals.

OUR CORE VALUES: Customer Focus | Accountability | Respect | Excellence (CARE) are the keys to our success, and each day we're committed to upholding them by delivering the best we can to our customers.

Xactly is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Xactly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. This means we believe in celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive workplace environment, where everyone feels valued, heard, and has a sense of belonging. By doing this, everyone in the Xactly family has the power to make a difference and unleash their full potential.

We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.