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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$101K - $188K *

Drive technical excellence by partnering with customers and teams to deliver innovative Data Center solutions. Leverage your expertise to support product applications, enhance customer experiences, an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $188K *

Lead technical initiatives by partnering with customers and teams to deliver innovative data center solutions. Utilize your expertise to support product applications, drive improvements, and enhance c...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $188K *

Transform your career by leading technical solutions for Data Center products. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to address customer needs, provide expert support, and drive product improve...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $188K *

Champion technical solutions by collaborating with customers and teams to address Data Center challenges, providing expert support, and leading strategic projects across the Central US and Latin Ameri...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $205K *

Empower the Data Center Solutions team by providing expert technical support, evaluating customer needs, and leading strategic projects across the Central US and Latin America, ensuring optimal produc...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by leading system-level verification for complex hardware-software products within a regulated environment, focusing on requirements analysis, test execution, and cross-functional col...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $243K *

Lead end-to-end systems engineering integration to tackle complex transport challenges across multiple defense programs, advising senior military leaders and unifying mission threads through holistic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$62K - $119K *

Drive innovation in Systems Engineering by collaborating across disciplines to design, integrate, and test cutting-edge systems. Engage in the full lifecycle, ensuring optimal performance for mission...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Optimize the cloud storage, backup, and disaster recovery operations to enhance security, availability, and reliability of enterprise systems, ensuring seamless service continuity and compliance withi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of robotics by leading sales efforts in high-value markets. Drive complex deals, engage executives, and mentor teams while navigating a fast-paced, innovative landscape. Your expe...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$101K - $140K *

Transform client relationships by driving growth and value delivery for large enterprises. Leverage your expertise in B2B sales to engage C-Level executives, manage complex sales processes, and exceed...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in complex IT infrastructure projects, from planning to execution. Drive Microsoft 365 migrations, enhance security, and provide advanced troubleshooting support while collaborating wi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $185K *

Contribute to digital transformation by showcasing ENOVIA solutions and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Collaborate with sales teams to address client needs, deliver technical demonstrations, and drive bus...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of accounting solutions. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive client success, lead product demos, and ensure seamless implementations, all...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining broadband solutions by translating customer needs into innovative proposals, supporting sales teams, and developing end-to-end solutions that lead to market success while...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Engage clients to assess their technical needs and craft tailored solutions that leverage Vantiva's innovative products, ensuring alignment between customer requirements and company offerings to drive...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, integrating and validating complex systems while managing performance metrics and ensuring supportability. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud hosting for maintenance management. You'll configure, automate, and support a secure environment, ensuring seamless operations and integration while coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading technical projects and providing top-notch customer support in a dynamic environment. Engage with diverse clients, manage installations, and collaborate with teams to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $150K *

Elevate customer engagement by providing exceptional technical support and training, managing innovative installations in diverse environments. Collaborate with various teams while demonstrating exper...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $150K *

Lead customer-facing initiatives by providing technical support, training, and project management for complex audio systems integrations, ensuring seamless operations across diverse environments and e...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering exemplary technical support and training to clients across diverse sectors. Lead projects, commission systems, and provide pre- and post-sale assistance, all w...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion product yield for InP edge-emitting lasers and photodiodes by analyzing performance data, driving improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance device reliability and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive product yield improvements for InP lasers and photodiodes by analyzing performance data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing corrective actions to enhance manufacturing p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for Aftermarket Services in the APAC region. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, build customer relationships, and execute targeted sales c...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.