Explore Pre-Sales Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does a Pre-Sales Engineer Do?

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.

Skills Employers Look For

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.

Career Paths and Work Settings

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.

Find Pre-Sales Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$154K - $260K *

Develop AI-driven workflows to enhance CI/CD systems, ensuring safe, efficient software delivery. Collaborate with teams to reduce tech debt and improve production reliability while scaling engineerin...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading high-impact revenue enablement initiatives that drive sales performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement strategic programs, leveraging AI t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's passionate about promoting cutting-edge IP video solutions, educating partners and clients across the NYC region while nurturing client relationships and driving sales success throu...

New York, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise AI adoption by building a qualified pipeline through strategic outbound prospecting. Collaborate with Account Executives to engage key stakeholders and facilitate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $230K *

Drive customer acquisition by leveraging your expertise in Governance, Risk, and Compliance solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, present compelling demonstrations, and cl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $122K *

Join us to provide expert pre-sales and post-sales support for digital products, focusing on network connectivity and software compatibility. Collaborate with dealers and enhance training programs to...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical Command & Control solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and create innovative architectures that meet diverse...

Colorado, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive AI-native software development by architecting systems, guiding AI agents, and ensuring quality. Collaborate closely with users to transform business needs into reliable, efficient solutions whi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K *

Accelerate software development by leading a team of engineers, driving technical strategy, and ensuring delivery of scalable, customer-focused solutions with operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and building strategic partnerships in the financial sector. Leverage your B2B enterprise sales expertise to develop market strategies and own revenue targets while f...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $139K *

Develop innovative software solutions by leveraging your expertise in modern frameworks and agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and scalability while...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the full sales cycle for retail accounts, driving growth through strategic relationships and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand market presence and enhance c...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales success by engaging with SLED accounts, implementing strategic plans, and fostering executive relationships to achieve quarterly goals and promote industry leadership in Unified Threat Man...

Des Moines, IARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives within SLED accounts, driving growth through relationship building and tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful proposals and negotiate bene...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Partner with us to enhance client relationships and optimize account management. Drive operational strategies, support sales pursuits, and collaborate with leaders to improve performance and transpare...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $145K *

Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Transform enterprises by driving strategic growth initiatives, developing multi-year account plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to win complex, outcome-based deals at scale...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $203K *

Drive strategic growth by managing Federal Systems Integrator accounts, leveraging relationships and market insights to deliver compliant technology solutions that align with federal missions and fund...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $213K *

Transform integration solutions by designing and developing robust MuleSoft applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and optimize performance while mentori...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join us to drive regional growth and develop strategic key accounts, focusing on new business opportunities and customer relationships. This role demands a proactive approach to sales, targeting diver...

Burnsville, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $182K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier performance and quality for electronic components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with...

Washington, DCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Serve as a consultative seller to expand the DOJ portfolio by leveraging innovative technologies, fostering key relationships, and addressing critical security risks within federal law enforcement and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Develop strategic relationships with key customers to enhance developer productivity and drive business success. Collaborate across teams to ensure customer satisfaction while managing a high volume o...

Magna, UTRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Engage with enterprise clients as a Solutions Engineer, driving technical sales and evaluations. Collaborate with Account Executives to design solutions, validate deployments, and ensure customer succ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $250K *

Unlock technical excellence in a hands-on Solutions Engineer role, partnering with sales teams to drive customer success. THis position requires deep technical know-how, problem-solving skills, and th...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Pre-Sales Engineer?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Related titles can include Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, Solutions Consultant, and Technical Pre-Sales Consultant. Responsibilities and naming conventions differ by company.