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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$100K - $140K *

Innovate with us to drive the development of advanced systems engineering solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic team to design, prototype, and transition cutting-edge technologies in undersea defense an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by collaborating with a dynamic team to design, document, and test innovative systems for undersea defense and automated test equipment, ensuring successful prototype development a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $260K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical strategies for AI solutions, engaging with customers and internal teams to drive innovative software architectures and cloud solutions across the Intelligence Comm...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive renewable energy projects by preparing technical proposals, collaborating with sales teams, and delivering innovative solutions that meet customer needs while ensuring timely...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Sales Engineer, driving customer solutions in broadcast and entertainment by leveraging RF technology and wireless systems expertise for project success...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$192K - $248K *

Drive innovative solutions as a technical sales professional, partnering with teams to showcase Cisco’s diverse product portfolio, educate customers, and achieve strategic objectives through exception...

Nevada, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $251K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer experiences through innovative cloud security solutions, leveraging your expertise to craft tailored technical presentations and solutions that drive strategic...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $257K *

Join a team that inspires innovation and empowers technical talent in transforming data strategies. Lead high-performing Systems Engineers to create impactful storage solutions for enterprise clients...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's advancing simulation-based training systems, where you'll support integration and troubleshooting in a dynamic environment, enhancing operator readiness through hands-on experience...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Empower growth by managing the software sales pipeline, turning technical offerings into customer-driven solutions, and leading cross-functional teams to drive revenue and market success...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network reliability and security for emergency response operations. As a Senior Network Engineer, you'll design, implement, and maintain critical network infr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Join us to shape our security architecture and compliance program. You'll lead ISO 27001 certification, secure cloud environments, and drive proactive security measures in a fast-paced, high-ownership...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by providing expert technical support and guidance on our identity verification and risk management solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams, driving integratio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Channel Solutions Engineer, driving technical enablement and strategic partnerships in the Physical Security and IoT sectors. Leverage your expertise to empower partners and e...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $210K *

Champion partner success by leveraging technical expertise and strategic relationships. Drive revenue growth through enablement and collaboration with channel partners, ensuring effective adoption of...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading the technical pre-sales process, and delivering tailored solutions swiftly. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $155K *

Shape success at key semiconductor accounts by providing technical support, driving design wins, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet customer needs in the power electronics landscape. Join a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive technical pre-sales excellence, collaborating with Sales and Engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer needs and accelerate growth in a fast-paced env...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical sales by driving customer success through innovative solutions. Collaborate with Sales and Engineering to deliver tailored demos and build lasting relationships...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Engage with Sales teams to drive customer success through tailored technical solutions. Own the pre-sales process, from discovery to demo, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $250K *

Engage in critical systems engineering efforts, analyzing and modernizing authorization services. Collaborate with government representatives to enhance IT infrastructure and ensure effective stakehol...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze customer requirements and deliver tailored technical solutions. Leverage expertise in identity verification and public sector needs to drive opportunities and engage stakeholders throughout th...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $135K *

Shape the future of analog IP solutions by leveraging your technical expertise and problem-solving skills. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions that drive produc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in deploying innovative robotic systems, managing projects from start to finish with a focus on precision and team collaboration in fast-paced field environments, ensuring successful e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering for a Missile Defense Agency program, focusing on software architecture and design, team coordination, and innovative technology solutions across multi-disciplin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.