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 *

Innovate regional sales engineering through technical leadership and solution development, driving revenue by collaborating with partners and providing expert guidance on cloud data management solutio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $128K *

Empower industries by bridging cutting-edge IoT technology with operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to drive customer success while enhancing logistics, safety, and sustainability through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by developing and supporting NCR Atleos financial software solutions for ATMs. Collaborate with teams to deliver complex solutions, ensuring quality and performance while providing...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $153K *

Empower sales teams as a key technical resource, leveraging financial software expertise to engage C-Suite executives, support sales processes, and deliver customized solutions that drive client succe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $153K *

Champion technical solutions by advising C-Suite leaders, driving sales support, and customizing product demos. Utilize financial software expertise to enhance client relationships and streamline sale...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $180K *

Join us to elevate your career as a strategic technical advisor, enhancing sales efficiency and customer engagement through tailored demos and deep technical insights within a collaborative Enterprise...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $180K *

Engage with our Enterprise sales team as a technical expert, crafting tailored solutions that address client needs. Drive efficiency and foster collaboration across departments while mentoring peers i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to drive innovative automated storage solutions, collaborating with sales teams and customers to design efficient proposals and ensure seamless project execution from concept to delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative automated storage solutions by developing competitive proposals and collaborating with sales teams to ensure project feasibility and execution, enhancing customer satisfaction...

Romeoville, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $160K *

Advance your career by serving as a trusted technical advisor, guiding enterprise customers through complex technology decisions. Engage with diverse stakeholders to design resilient data platforms th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving technical sales excellence in the East Coast market. As a key player, you'll lead the sales cycle, engage with customers, and deliver tailored solutions that drive significa...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading technical sales efforts in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with executives to customize demo experiences and deliver impactful solutions for enterprise customers, all...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that’s redefining cloud spend management by leading engaging technical sales cycles, crafting compelling product demos, and assisting clients across varied industries to achieve outstandin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key technical resource, collaborating with Sales and Business Development teams to engage customers, support early-stage sales, and develop essential product knowledge...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative technical solutions for public safety and industrial sectors by collaborating with dealers and managing complex engineering challenges to drive sales success a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Shape innovative solutions for public safety and more as a Staff Solutions Engineer. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance technical pre-sales support, craft winning strategies, and deliver best...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Shape your career by driving sales growth and market share in a dynamic team environment. Collaborate with key accounts, develop tailored solutions, and exceed targets while representing the company a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in optical solutions, collaborating with Account Managers to deliver tailored technical sales support. Engage with clients, create impactful presentations, and in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$178K - $361K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technical Marketing Engineer, leveraging your expertise in SASE solutions to drive field enablement, create impactful content, and influence product development while engaging...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $361K *

Lead the charge in advancing SASE solutions by leveraging your technical expertise to empower sales teams, enhance product offerings, and engage with customers, ensuring impactful communication and co...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $172K *

Unlock potential by partnering with sales to deliver tailored technical solutions, enhancing customer operations through data, voice, and managed services. Focus on understanding needs, designing solu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $172K *

Lead a team that crafts tailored technical solutions for customers, enhancing their business operations through advanced data, voice, and IT services. Focus on understanding client needs and deliverin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $172K *

Partner with us to drive advanced solution sales by understanding customer needs and delivering tailored technical solutions. Leverage your expertise in IT, security, and managed services to enhance c...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$151K - $355K *

Champion advanced networking solutions by collaborating with sales teams and customers to drive digital transformation. Leverage your expertise in HPE and Juniper technologies to design and validate i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to drive cybersecurity solutions, educate clients, and craft tailored strategies to safeguard operations. Collaborate with sales and utilize your expertise to address complex chall...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.