Pre-Sales Engineers help organizations connect customer needs with technical solutions. Working alongside sales teams, they explain products, demonstrate capabilities, answer technical questions, and help prospective customers understand how a solution can address their challenges. Explore vetted Pre-Sales Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by company and product, but often include leading product demonstrations, gathering technical requirements, developing solution proposals, responding to requests for information or proposals, and supporting proof-of-concept projects. Pre-Sales Engineers may also collaborate with product, engineering, implementation, and customer success teams to ensure proposed solutions are practical and aligned with customer goals.
Successful candidates typically combine technical knowledge with clear communication and customer-facing skills. Employers may seek experience with relevant software, cloud platforms, infrastructure, or industry-specific tools, along with the ability to present complex ideas to varied audiences. Listening, analytical problem-solving, collaboration, and an understanding of the sales process can also be valuable.
Pre-Sales Engineers work across industries, especially in technology and business-to-business companies. Depending on the organization, similar roles may be listed as Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Solutions Consultant, or Technical Pre-Sales Consultant. Career progression can include senior or principal individual-contributor roles, team leadership, or broader positions in sales, solutions architecture, and product strategy.
Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, responsibilities, and location details to identify Pre-Sales Engineer roles that fit your expertise and career goals. Compensation and qualifications vary by employer and position.
$90K - $100K *
Elevate public safety solutions by implementing and supporting Emergency Call Handling systems. This remote role requires extensive travel and expertise in cloud technologies, ensuring seamless deploy...
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$180K - $200K *
Elevate healthcare technology by owning mobile and web apps that enhance clinician workflows. Drive product direction, prioritize initiatives, and ensure patient safety while leveraging AI to improve...
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Technical Product Marketing Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's focused on federal product marketing, driving value creation through Zero Trust strategies. Engage with government agencies to craft compelling messaging, support RFP processes, and...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Help us drive growth by managing key accounts and generating new business opportunities. Leverage your consultative sales skills to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions for enterprise cl...
1 week ago
$90K - $115K *
Deliver expert-level service on CT, MR, and X-ray equipment, ensuring optimal performance through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs across healthcare facilities in a multi...
3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect - Service Creation
$169K - $233K *
Optimize service offerings by designing innovative network security solutions that address customer needs and drive revenue growth through collaboration across teams and technical expertise...
4 weeks ago
NEN Solution Engineering - Sr. Voice Engineer
$107K - $195K *
Transform enterprise communications as a Senior VoIP Engineer, leading design, integration, and deployment of collaborative solutions, while driving project execution and mentoring engineers to delive...
1 month ago
Principal Sales Infrastructure Analyst, Analytics Engineering
$156K - $204K *
Drive data alignment and enhance business processes by designing robust data pipelines and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and accessibility, enabling ef...
2 weeks ago
Senior Application Security Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by enhancing application security across web apps and APIs. Collaborate with engineering teams to assess risks, conduct reviews, and drive secure software practices throughout the dev...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Lead the charge in driving new business opportunities and managing territory expansion. Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers while executing partner-led initiatives and coordinating a...
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$115K - $135K *
Accelerate your career by driving new business and expansion in a dynamic territory. Leverage partner relationships and data-driven strategies to build a robust pipeline, conduct impactful training, a...
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Public Sector Major Account Executive
$350K *
Partner with us to drive revenue for key accounts, leveraging your sales expertise to foster relationships, manage complex transactions, and make a real-world impact through innovative tech solutions...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Solutions Engineer, Growth - East
$138K - $182K *
Join a dynamic team as you leverage your pre-sales expertise to empower SMB/Commercial customers in cloud security. Deliver impactful demonstrations and training while collaborating with account execu...
1 week ago
Remote Manager, Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) Sales Solution Architects
$164K - $252K *
Join a team that's driving technical sales excellence in the Mid-Market and SMB segments. Lead a high-performing group of Solution Architects to enhance customer engagement and accelerate growth throu...
1 week ago
Strategic Account Executive - West
$105K - $110K *
Drive success by leading complex sales strategies for education solutions, fostering relationships with senior leaders, and shaping long-term partnerships that enhance operational efficiency and commu...
1 week ago
Strategic Sales Director - Public Sector
$130K - $140K *
Accelerate progress at driving growth and expanding market presence through strategic sales planning, client relationship management, and business development in the public sector, ensuring long-term...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Inspire change by building our enterprise sales strategy from the ground up. Use your expertise to partner with major construction firms, guiding them through complex sales cycles and enhancing their...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of sales by engaging with high-value accounts and driving AI-driven solutions. Own the complete sales cycle, build key relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize bu...
4 weeks ago
$155K - $170K *
Join a dynamic team to drive OEM integrations, ensuring technical excellence and partner success. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions and enhance product alignment, while mana...
3 days ago
$150K - $279K *
Empower government sector success by identifying sales opportunities and leveraging legal tech expertise. Join a dynamic team to boost revenue through strategic outreach and relationship building whil...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Federal & Regulated Infrastructure
$215K - $315K *
Lead the charge in building secure, compliant infrastructure for our DaaS platform. Drive engineering excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of regulated customer...
3 days ago
$135K - $251K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of software development by enhancing DevSecOps capabilities. Collaborate with customers to automate processes and deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic enviro...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion customer solutions by rapidly prototyping and deploying AI-driven applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and drive adoption, ensuring impactful...
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Sr Sales Account Manager - 2256
$128K - $214K *
Drive business growth within the Hyperscale segment by managing key accounts, executing strategic development plans, and fostering relationships across multiple teams to enhance product positioning an...
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Account Executive - Enterprise - Healthcare
$130K - $160K *
Drive growth in the Healthcare sector by securing new enterprise accounts, leveraging AI voice technology to enhance patient and clinician experiences while navigating complex sales cycles and regulat...
1 week ago
What is a Pre-Sales Engineer?
A Pre-Sales Engineer is a customer-facing technical professional who supports the sales process by understanding customer requirements and explaining how a product or service can meet them.
What does a Pre-Sales Engineer do?
Common duties include delivering product demonstrations, answering technical questions, assessing requirements, preparing solution proposals, and collaborating with sales and technical teams.
What skills are useful for Pre-Sales Engineer jobs?
Employers often value technical expertise relevant to their products, presentation and communication skills, analytical problem-solving, customer engagement, and the ability to work across teams.
Are Pre-Sales Engineer jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?
Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and Pre-Sales Engineer opportunities may be available at that level. Pay depends on the employer, role, location, and candidate experience.
What titles are similar to Pre-Sales Engineer?
Related titles can include Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Solutions Consultant, and Technical Pre-Sales Consultant. Responsibilities and naming conventions differ by company.