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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$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team while leading the entire sales cycle, forging vital relationships, and shaping strategic partnerships within a fast-paced, innovative environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $245K *

Shape the future of technology as you lead in interconnect engineering, optimizing advanced high-speed designs from concept to production. Collaborate with diverse teams and suppliers to enhance produ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$81K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing sales development through hands-on coaching, operational support, and leadership. Drive team performance and foster growth in a dynamic, metrics-driven enviro...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$191K - $239K *

Lead the development and growth of a Sales Engineering team focused on new product incubation, driving adoption and revenue through strategic customer engagements and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement advanced video surveillance systems for federal law enforcement. Engage in network security, evidence collection, and specialized technology deployment while ensuring operational...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $145K *

Drive the success of infrastructure projects by managing engineering processes, ensuring compliance with standards, and optimizing collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve project goals e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative technology solutions by assessing customer needs. Collaborate with clients to create effective Security, VMS, and Access Control systems that meet industry standards and exceed expec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and management of a comprehensive Safety Program, ensuring compliance across various safety domains. Conduct inspections, training, and audits while collaborating with government...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us in providing critical technical support for advanced systems engineering initiatives, ensuring optimal performance and compliance within the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and N...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive technical excellence as a Systems Engineer, supporting C3I&N initiatives. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance systems engineering processes, conduct evaluations, and ensure compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing expert systems engineering support for C3I&N initiatives, ensuring compliance with specifications through rigorous testing, documentation, and risk management while colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $262K *

Elevate partner engagement by leveraging your CX expertise to drive growth and deliver innovative AI-first solutions. Collaborate with channel partners to enhance their Zoom practice and improve custo...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a Solutions Engineer, driving customer success through tailored technical solutions. Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless implementation and maximize product value...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on support, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $160K *

Drive impactful software solutions by collaborating with sales teams, leading demos, and managing technical inquiries. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and support enterprise tr...

San Diego, CARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K - $160K *

Champion innovative software solutions by collaborating with sales teams, leading demos, and managing technical inquiries. Drive enterprise transactions while ensuring exceptional customer experiences...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and integration of enterprise applications. As a principal IT Systems Engineer, you'll shape technical direction, drive innovation, and mentor talent while en...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $181K *

Advance your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, leading system requirements and verification efforts. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring systems meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Advance technical innovation by leading the design and integration of enterprise systems. Collaborate with IT leaders and engineers to enhance platforms, define architecture, and drive strategic plann...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Champion customer success by leveraging data solutions to drive impactful results. Collaborate with clients to optimize their experience, ensuring seamless implementation and maximizing the value of o...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $210K *

Empower Federal agencies by architecting and delivering AI-assisted software solutions. Responsible for client engagement, technology integration, and ensuring that production-ready solutions meet ope...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $155K *

Transform customer relationships and drive design wins by leveraging technical expertise and business acumen. Support OEM clients through the design cycle while empowering their product innovation and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $155K *

Transform customer interactions by leveraging technical expertise to drive business growth, manage key relationships, and provide application support while collaborating across teams in a dynamic sale...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving business growth and technical leadership in our Foil Division. You'll empower customers through design cycles, managing relationships and uncovering new opportunities in a d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $155K *

Elevate your career by driving design wins and customer success as you support innovative products in a dynamic territory. Join a collaborative team that values technical leadership and strategic cust...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.