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Principal Account Manager

Via logoVia~$91.9k–$165k/yrtypicalBerlinListed 4mo ago
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The posting

Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.

As a Principal Account Manager** **at Via, you will be the face and voice of Via for our DACH partners, both internally and externally. You'll build genuine, durable relationships with the cities, counties and operators working to deliver better transportation for their communities, while owning the commercial outcomes that come with it - from complex renewals to service expansions. This is a high-impact individual contributor role for someone ready to take full ownership of a strategic portfolio, on a team of talented, collaborative people passionate about making a real impact for those who depend on public transit every day.

What You’ll Do

  • Own the success of transportation systems across your partner cities, serving as the primary point of contact for executive city and agency leadership
  • Drive revenue growth across your portfolio: securing renewals, expanding existing contracts, and landing upsells through negotiations with senior stakeholders to grow the business year-on-year
  • Act as a trusted advisor to partners, translating their needs into concrete service improvements using Via's full platform – on-demand , paratransit , Citymapper , and more – to make the case for better transit
  • Analyze service performance data on a daily, weekly, and long-term basis, turning complex datasets into clear strategic decisions that improve quality, efficiency, and growth
  • Advocate internally for your partners, working cross-functionally to champion new products and capabilities that expand the size and scope of their services

Who You Are

  • 7+ years of relevant experience in a client-facing role, whether in consulting, customer success, or a high-growth technology company
  • An empathetic team player who takes pride in elevating those around them, and views success as a collective effort
  • Quantitatively inclined and data savvy; you don't just draw conclusions from complex data sets, you use them to drive strategic decisions and influence partners and internal teams alike
  • An entrepreneurial relationship builder who brings clarity and confidence to highly complex, politically sensitive situations, turning them into opportunities to deepen trust
  • A reliable, motivated self-starter who doesn't just thrive in fast-paced environments but helps shape the way things are done within them
  • Fluency in German (C2 or native-level) and English is required; additional languages are a plus

What We Offer

  • Base salary range: €110-125k, plus variable pay and equity as part of a total compensation package
  • Company pension scheme (bAV) with a 20% employer contribution
  • Urban Sports Club membership
  • 30 vacation days a year
  • Weekly team lunch and breakfast
  • A hybrid work and a lovely office situated in the heart of Berlin, in Mitte

There has never been a more exciting time to be on the cutting edge of public mobility.

Ready to join the ride?

Taken from Via's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.

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The application

Your details, CV and LinkedIn, then 4 questions (1 written).

Have readyCVLinkedInCover letter (optional)
  1. 1.
    In a few sentences, explain what draws you to Via and this role specifically.Written answer
  2. 2.
    What is your German proficiency level?Pick one: Beginner level (A1 or A2) · Intermediate level (B1 or B2) · Advanced (C1) · Fluent or native-level (C2 and above)
  3. 3.
    This is a hybrid role based in Berlin. Can you confirm you're in Berlin or willing to relocate?Yes or no
  4. 4.
    What is your notice period? If you don’t have one, what would be your earliest possible start date?Short answer

From Via's apply page, checked 2 Nov 2026.

About Via

Software and turnkey operations for public transport (microtransit, paratransit, student transit, Remix planning and scheduling, the Citymapper app), sold to cities, transit agencies and operators, school districts, universities, employers and health providers.

Pay schedule: Base salary with variable pay and equity on most commercial seats (a stated bonus target on the AI Labs development roles), and in the US health, dental and vision cover, a matched 401(k), fully paid parental leave and 20 days of paid time off.

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