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Marmon

Sales Engineering Co-op

Harrison, OH

Sales Engineering Co-op Locations: Harrison, Ohio (rotation 1) - Mount Juliet, TN (rotation 2) Term: Co-op Come join Powerex, an industry leading provider of oil free compressed air and vacuum ...

Marmon

Sales Engineering Co-op

Harrison, OH · On-site

Sales Engineering Co-op Locations: Harrison, Ohio (rotation 1) - Mount Juliet, TN (rotation 2) Term: Co-op Come join Powerex, an industry leading provider of oil free compressed air and vacuum ...

Xometry

Vice President, Sales Engineering

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

$171K - $222K/yr

Xometry is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President, Sales Engineering to lead our growing team of sales engineers. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for driving technical ...

Marmon

Sales Engineering Co-op

Harrison, OH

Sales Engineering Co-op Locations: Harrison, Ohio (rotation 1) - Mount Juliet, TN (rotation 2) Term: Co-op Come join Powerex, an industry leading provider of oil free compressed air and vacuum ...

SpyCloud

Manager, Federal Sales Engineering

Washington, DC · Remote

$167K - $250K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Manager, Federal Sales Engineering to lead our public sector pre-sales effort in a true player-coach role. You will spend roughly half your time leading and developing a ...

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Meter, Inc

Sales, Engineering - New England

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

As an Enterprise Sales Engineer, you will partner with our Enterprise Sales team to bring better networks to more customers by using your technical expertise to win over the hearts and minds of IT ...

Xometry

Vice President, Sales Engineering

Lexington, KY · Hybrid

Xometry is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President, Sales Engineering to lead our growing team of sales engineers. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for driving technical ...

Xometry

Vice President, Sales Engineering

Lexington, KY · On-site

Xometry is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President, Sales Engineering to lead our growing team of sales engineers. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for driving technical ...

Fortive

Director of Sales Engineering

Greenville, SC · On-site +1

Director of Sales Engineering Location: Remote / Hybrid, U.S. Department: Sales / Revenue Reports to: VP of Sales Travel: Approximately 25-35% for customer meetings, executive briefings, field ...

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Samsara

Manager I, Inside Sales Engineering

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Our Sales Engineering team is full of problem solvers and tinkerers who are not afraid to get their hands dirty (literally) and play a critical role in demonstrating and communicating the value of ...

Xometry

Vice President, Sales Engineering

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$171K - $222K/yr

Xometry is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President, Sales Engineering to lead our growing team of sales engineers. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for driving technical ...

Xometry

Vice President, Sales Engineering

Denver, CO · On-site

$171K - $222K/yr

Xometry is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Vice President, Sales Engineering to lead our growing team of sales engineers. In this critical role, you'll be responsible for driving technical ...

Fortive

Director of Sales Engineering

Director of Sales Engineering Location: Remote / Hybrid, U.S. Department: Sales / Revenue Reports to: VP of Sales Travel: Approximately 25-35% for customer meetings, executive briefings, field ...

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How much do sales engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for sales engineering in the United States is $96,194.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $112,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do Sales Engineers typically collaborate with both the sales and technical teams during the sales process?

Sales Engineers play a crucial role as a bridge between the sales team and technical experts. They work closely with the sales team to understand customer needs and tailor technical solutions that meet those requirements. During client meetings and product demonstrations, Sales Engineers often address in-depth technical questions and ensure the proposed solutions are feasible. They also liaise with product development or engineering teams to relay client feedback and help refine offerings, making strong communication and collaboration skills essential for success in this role.

What is sales engineering?

Sales engineering is a field that combines technical expertise with sales skills to help companies sell complex products or services, often in technology or industrial sectors. Sales engineers work closely with both sales teams and customers to understand technical requirements, demonstrate product capabilities, and design solutions tailored to client needs. They play a crucial role in bridging the gap between technical development and customer requirements, ensuring that products meet both functional and business needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sales Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sales Engineer, you need a solid technical background, strong sales acumen, and typically a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, product demonstration tools, and industry-specific platforms is essential. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills help you engage clients and explain complex solutions clearly. These skills are crucial for bridging the gap between technical products and customer needs, driving successful sales outcomes.
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Systems Sales Engineering Manager

Systems Sales Engineering Manager

Forward

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

Forward Networks is transforming how the world's most complex networks are managed and secured. Founded in 2013 by four Stanford Ph.D.s, we built the industry's first network digital twin - a mathematically precise model of the production network that gives IT teams unmatched visibility, verification, and agility across every major cloud and vendor environment.
Our customers include global leaders such as Goldman Sachs, PayPal, S&P Global, IBM, and Dell, as well as fast-growing enterprises and government agencies. According to IDC, Forward Networks customers realize an average of $14.2 million in annual benefits through improved efficiency and security.
Backed by world-class investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Goldman Sachs, MSD Partners, and Threshold Ventures, Forward Networks offers a people-centric, innovative culture where brilliant minds are shaping the future of network reliability, security, and AI-ready operations.
Forward Networks is looking for a Systems Sales Engineer Manager
  • Do you want to create a category and help build a special company?
  • Join a company that has been in market 7+ years and has some of the top Federal agencies and F500/Global 2000 already buying and referenceable.
  • We are building a special team and hope you consider us if you want to have the experience of changing the networking world as we know it.

We're seeking an experienced Systems Sales Engineering Manager who will lead a team of Systems Sales Engineers while also serving as a hands-on technical expert. This is a hybrid role requiring both strong leadership capabilities and the technical depth to actively engage with customers as a practitioner-qualifying opportunities, providing technical leadership on key deals, and executing POCs directly.
What You'll Do
Management & Team Leadership:
  • Lead and manage a high-performing team of Systems Sales Engineers to achieve revenue and new business growth targets
  • Develop and execute team strategies to drive revenue growth, expand market share, and build strong customer relationships
  • Recruit, train, and mentor Systems Sales Engineers, providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and career development
  • Manage team performance through data and analytics, setting clear goals and holding the team accountable to results
  • Foster a collaborative environment where the team can thrive and continuously improve

Technical Practitioner & Sales Leadership:
  • Actively engage as a technical authority on regional opportunities
  • Qualify and scope opportunities directly alongside sales teams to assess fit and ensure technical feasibility
  • Lead and execute POCs (Proof of Concepts) for key prospects, demonstrating deep technical expertise
  • Serve as the technical lead on major pursuits, providing hands-on guidance and execution
  • Provide technical guidance to the sales team, ensuring they have the knowledge, frameworks, and tools to succeed
  • Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with Product Management, Marketing, and Engineering to align sales strategies with company goals and product roadmap
  • Gather customer insights from direct opportunity engagement to inform product decisions
  • Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscapes, and technical best practices
  • Provide recommendations for continuous improvement based on real-world customer interactions

Requirements:
  • 7+ years of experience in software sales engineering, with a proven track record of success in driving revenue growth
  • 3+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing a team of sales professionals
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve their goals
  • Proven ability to develop and execute successful sales strategies, build strong customer relationships, and drive revenue growth
  • Experience:
    Excellent understanding of Networking, Cloud and/or Security fundamentals.
    • Understanding of networking protocols, and other operational tools and
    practices.
    • Experience supporting multiple large enterprises, service providers or
    Governmental agencies.
    • Strong verbal and written communications skills
    • Experience as a leader running sales engineering organization
    • Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements.
    • Experience owning program strategy and communicating results to senior
    Leadership.
  • Highly Desired:
    Vendor certification (CCNP,CCIE,JNCIA,JNCIE,JNCIS,AWS CSA Associate etc.)

The expected On-Target Cash Earnings for this role is between 275,000- 325,000 per year. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors including but not limited to, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education/training

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