Pre-Sales Specialists help prospective customers understand how a product or service can solve their business challenges. Working alongside sales teams, they connect customer needs with technical expertise through discovery conversations, product demonstrations, solution design, and proposal support. Explore vetted Pre-Sales Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and product, but often include learning a prospect’s goals, explaining technical capabilities, delivering tailored demonstrations, answering product questions, and collaborating on proposals and proof-of-concept projects. Pre-Sales Specialists may also share customer feedback with product and engineering teams to help improve offerings.
Related job titles include Sales Engineer, Solutions Consultant, Solutions Engineer, Technical Sales Specialist, Pre-Sales Consultant, and Product Specialist. Titles and responsibilities can differ across employers, so review each listing for its specific scope and requirements.
Employers often seek a mix of communication, presentation, and analytical skills alongside relevant technical or industry knowledge. Successful candidates can translate complex information into clear business benefits, ask thoughtful discovery questions, tailor solutions to customer needs, and partner effectively with sales and technical teams.
Browse Pre-Sales Specialist job openings on Ladders to discover opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare role expectations, industries, and qualifications to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by partnering with sales teams. Lead discovery, develop architectures, and support opportunities from qualification to close, ensuring al...
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IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$180K - $215K *
Partner with us to drive cybersecurity solutions by engaging with clients, assessing their needs, and designing scalable architectures. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to ensure effective i...
2 weeks ago
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Engage as a trusted advisor in cybersecurity, collaborating with sales teams to identify customer needs, develop scalable solutions, and lead technical discussions, ensuring alignment between security...
2 weeks ago
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by collaborating with sales teams and leading technical discussions. Leverage your expertise to design architectures, support presentatio...
2 weeks ago
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Shape cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams and clients to identify needs, develop architectures, and deliver tailored recommendations. Leverage your expertise to drive technical v...
2 weeks ago
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to cybersecurity solutions by partnering with sales teams to assess customer needs, develop scalable architectures, and deliver technical presentations. Engage with stakeholders to ensure e...
2 weeks ago
IT Security Pre-Sales Engineer
$180K - $215K *
Champion cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams to assess customer needs, design scalable architectures, and deliver impactful presentations, ensuring alignment between technology a...
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$80K - $95K *
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$138K - $208K *
Shape the future of enterprise solutions by guiding clients through strategic implementations. Leverage Financial Services expertise to build relationships and craft innovative solutions that enhance...
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Elevate customer success by crafting strategic technology solutions that align with business objectives. Collaborate across teams to demonstrate the impact of enterprise SaaS in Financial Services, dr...
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Shape the future of enterprise networking by leading technical engagements, architecting secure solutions, and driving customer success across hybrid environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver in...
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Partner with us to drive the go-to-market strategy for AI Products, collaborating with enterprise accounts to deliver value through innovative solutions. Your expertise will shape customer success and...
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Specialist Seller, Enterprise Core (AI Products)
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Drive strategic sales initiatives for AI Products, partnering with enterprise accounts to maximize value and ROI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product offerings and ensure successf...
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Specialist Seller, Enterprise Core (AI Products)
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Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven solutions, partnering with enterprise accounts to deliver transformative value. Leverage your sales expertise to architect strategic deals and drive growth in a...
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Drive the go-to-market strategy for AI Products, partnering with enterprise accounts to deliver value through innovative solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to execute high-impact deals and shape...
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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...
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Strategic Alliance Sales Specialist, DDOS (East)
$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
Strategic Alliance Sales Specialist, DDOS (East)
$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...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $120K *
Engage with warm leads to maximize revenue by closing deals during in-home sales. Collaborate with sales representatives to deliver tailored consultations and navigate negotiations, ensuring a seamles...
2 days ago
Senior Pre-Sales Engineer - HPE Networking
$146K - $343K *
Engineer innovative pre-sales solutions by leveraging deep networking expertise. Collaborate with sales teams to modernize client networks, optimize performance, and produce tailored proposals. Engage...
Reposted today
Senior Pre-Sales Engineer - HPE Networking
$146K - $343K *
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What is a Pre-Sales Specialist?
A Pre-Sales Specialist supports the sales process by understanding prospective customers’ needs and showing how a company’s products or services can address them. The role may include discovery, demonstrations, solution design, and technical responses.
What other titles are used for Pre-Sales Specialist jobs?
Similar titles include Sales Engineer, Solutions Consultant, Solutions Engineer, Technical Sales Specialist, Pre-Sales Consultant, and Product Specialist. Responsibilities depend on the employer and industry.
What skills are useful for a Pre-Sales Specialist?
Useful skills include customer discovery, presentation, clear communication, problem-solving, product knowledge, and the ability to explain technical concepts in terms of business value. Some roles also require specialized industry or technical expertise.
How much do Pre-Sales Specialist jobs pay?
Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details and compensation structure.
Where can I find Pre-Sales Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Explore Pre-Sales Specialist and related sales engineering or solutions consulting listings on Ladders. Review each posting for its salary range, qualifications, and location or remote-work details.