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 *

Unlock potential by driving sales strategies for net-new logo acquisition. Own the full sales cycle, engage diverse stakeholders, and navigate complex procurement paths to achieve revenue targets and...

Raleigh, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow market share by leading sales strategies focused on net-new client acquisition, managing complex sales cycles, and driving customer engagement across diverse technical stakeholders to achieve exc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology sales, driving net-new acquisitions and managing complex sales cycles. Engage diverse stakeholders and deliver impactful presentations, all while nav...

Jersey City, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining downhole engineering with innovative designs and solutions. Lead projects from concept to commercialization, utilizing your expertise in tool development and project mana...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $140K *

Transform systems software through collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance licensing technologies. Drive innovation and streamline development for diverse A10 platforms, ensuring robust s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in cultivating new customer relationships and driving sales strategies. This role requires expertise in security solutions, market alignment, and financial acumen to optimize profitabi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Empower enterprise clients by building innovative AI security solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design robust security controls and develop tools that enhance customer experiences while sta...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing systems engineering through innovative solutions, risk management, and comprehensive integration techniques, ensuring quality and efficiency in complex projec...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $157K *

Manage and support production systems while ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot technical issues, conduct training, and enhance support processes for optimized investm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining space missions by integrating advanced spacecraft designs. Leverage your expertise in mission architecture, technical analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to driv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $133K *

Lead the design and validation of complex systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and maintain high-quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $253K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud solutions by developing and maintaining innovative software. Collaborate with engineers to solve complex challenges and enhance system performance while...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate sales performance by developing strategies and engaging key accounts. Collaborate with teams to create opportunities, enhance customer relationships, and lead technical training in the tran...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock market potential by driving sales strategies and fostering relationships in the transportation sector. Collaborate with sales teams to penetrate key customer accounts, ensuring technical expert...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Regional Sales Engineer, driving sales opportunities and fostering key customer relationships in the transportation sector while collaborating with sales teams and suppliers...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $269K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a key technical consultant, guiding customers through their digital transformation journey. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored product demonstrations and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $240K *

Transform your career by leveraging your technical expertise to guide customers through their digital transformation journey, delivering tailored solutions and driving sales success in a collaborative...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive the integration of advanced ground systems, ensuring seamless connectivity between diverse space constellations and ground networks. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver scalable, secur...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Deliver transformative process engineering solutions to enhance Enterprise-level efficiency and ensure seamless integration across project teams, utilizing advanced methodologies and best practices to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$57K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming networking solutions by developing your technical sales skills. This hands-on program offers mentorship and training to help you engage with customers and apply innovat...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that empowers you to develop technical sales skills while addressing customer needs through innovative networking solutions. Gain hands-on experience and men...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the full sales cycle for top enterprise accounts, utilizing a consultative approach to solve complex challenges. Drive impactful relationships with stakeholders, and navigate lengthy processe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop scalable software solutions in a collaborative environment, enhancing real-time data processing for mission-critical applications. Engage with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing Enterprise Sales team, driving sales strategies, coaching Account Executives, and fostering collaboration with leadership to achieve growth in a dynamic B2...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead a team of engineers to drive innovative projects, engage in hands-on technical work, and ensure seamless operations while managing personnel development and performance appraisals in a dynamic en...

3 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.