Sales Application Engineer (Germany)

Apera AI Inc; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 363,000 - 428,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics and AI firm is seeking a Sales Application Engineer in Sharjah to deliver technical demos and assist in industrial automation solutions. The successful candidate will have 3-5+ years in application or solutions engineering and a strong background in robotics. Competitive compensation offered with stock options and a chance to be part of pioneering automation projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stock options

Personalized development plans

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in application engineering, solutions engineering, or pre-sales.
• Strong background in robotics, machine vision, or factory automation.
• Proven track record of leading POCs, demos, and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact technical demos and proof-of-concept solutions.
• Translate customer requirements into tailored proposals.
• Drive shorter sales cycles and improved win rates.
• Support strategic account planning and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Application engineering

Solutions engineering

Pre-sales

Robotics

Machine vision

Factory automation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

We are an innovative, Vancouver-based startup at the forefront of robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies. Backed by VC funding and recognized as a 2024 BCTIA Growth Award winner, we are on a mission to redefine the future of AI-driven robotic vision systems. Apera AI helps manufacturers make their factories more flexible and productive. Robots enhanced with Apera’s software have 4D Vision – the ability to see and handle objects with human-like capability. Challenging applications such as bin picking, sorting, packaging, and assembly are now open to fast, precise, and reliable automation. Apera is led by an experienced team from high-growth companies focused on robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing.

Are you a solution-driven engineer who loves translating complex technical problems into powerful, real-world outcomes?

We’re looking for a Sales Application Engineer to join our growing team. An individual who thrives at the intersection of technology, customer success, and industrial automation.

What You’ll Do

As the technical arm of our Sales team, you’ll:

• Deliver high-impact technical demos and proof-of-concept solutions
• Translate customer requirements into tailored proposals that win deals
• Act as a trusted advisor on robotics systems, machine vision platforms, and automation solutions
• Drive shorter sales cycles and improved win rates
• Support strategic account planning, pre-sales materials, and cross-functional collaboration

What Makes This Role a Career Move

This isn’t just another pre-sales engineering role; it’s a platform to:

• Work on high-visibility automation projects with global manufacturers
• Influence customer adoption of cutting-edge robotics and vision systems
• Develop reusable tools, demos, and content that drive impact
• Build a career in technical sales, product, or solution architecture
• Empower users through knowledge transfer to own their success

What We’re Looking For

You’re a hands-on technical expert with:

• 3-5+ years in application engineering, solutions engineering, or pre-sales
• Strong background in robotics, machine vision, or factory automation
• The ability to clearly communicate value to developers, engineers, and executives
• A proven track record of leading POCs, demos, and proposals that close deals

What We Offer

• A chance to make a difference. Aperians are friendly, smart, and driven. We tackle challenges as a team, are close-knit and scrappy. We enjoy solving challenging problems rooted in real-world robotic vision using science, imagination, and persistence.
• Build your skills. Build your career. We back opportunities with personalized development plans, learning budgets, and dedicated innovation time.
• Equity that empowers. As an employee-owned company, every Aperian receives stock options, aligning success with individual contribution.
• Straightforward compensation. We offer a competitive base salary of EUR 85,000-100,000, with a target OTE of EUR 93,000-110,000, depending on experience and skills.

This range reflects the base salary for highly qualified candidates. Final offers depend on skills, experience, and contributions.

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