Technical Engineering Seller - Entry Level Sales Program 2027

IBM; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM in Toronto seeks an Entry-Level Technical Engineering Seller to collaborate with clients and IBM experts to design, demonstrate, and deliver AI, hybrid cloud, automation, data, and security solutions. The role blends technical problem-solving with customer engagement and business consulting, building a foundation for a career in technical sales and solution consulting.

You will translate complex concepts into business value for diverse stakeholders while supporting client adoption and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (CS, software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, etc.) required by start date.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing, software development, AI, automation, data, or cybersecurity.
• Experience with at least one programming language (Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, or similar).
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to prototype, build, or troubleshoot applications.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and passion for technology and client success.

Responsibilities

• Participate in client discovery sessions to understand business objectives, technical requirements, success criteria, current environments, and opportunities to apply IBM technology.
• Design and validate technical solution approaches that address customer challenges, align with business goals, and demonstrate practical value across IBM software, AI, cloud, data, automation, and security capabilities.
• Build and deliver demonstrations, proofs of concept, workshops, and technical presentations that showcase solution functionality, technical feasibility, integration requirements, and business value.
• Translate technical concepts into clear business value for technical and non-technical stakeholders through effective storytelling, documentation, and recommendations.
• Support customer adoption, expansion, and success by helping clients define use cases, remove technical barriers, identify deployment considerations, and realize measurable value from IBM solutions.
• Collaborate with sales, technical specialists, customer success teams, and partners to progress opportunities, identify growth areas, and support client engagement activities.
• Contribute innovative ideas, reusable assets, technical best practices, and emerging technology perspectives that help accelerate client success, technical readiness, and solution adoption.
• Present technical findings, solution recommendations, and next steps to both business and technical stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related technical field

Tools

Python

Java

JavaScript

C++

Job description

Introduction

At IBM, technology creates value when it solves real business challenges. As an Entry-Level Technical Engineering Seller, you will work with clients and IBM technical experts to design, demonstrate, and deliver solutions across AI, hybrid cloud, automation, data, and security. This role combines technical problem-solving, customer engagement, and business consulting to help organizations achieve measurable outcomes while building the foundation for a career in technical sales and solution consulting.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Participate in client discovery sessions to understand business objectives, technical requirements, success criteria, current environments, and opportunities to apply IBM technology.
• Design and validate technical solution approaches that address customer challenges, align with business goals, and demonstrate practical value across IBM software, AI, cloud, data, automation, and security capabilities.
• Build and deliver demonstrations, proofs of concept, workshops, and technical presentations that showcase solution functionality, technical feasibility, integration requirements, and business value.
• Translate technical concepts into clear business value for technical and non-technical stakeholders through effective storytelling, documentation, and recommendations.
• Support customer adoption, expansion, and success by helping clients define use cases, remove technical barriers, identify deployment considerations, and realize measurable value from IBM solutions.
• Collaborate with sales, technical specialists, customer success teams, and partners to progress opportunities, identify growth areas, and support client engagement activities.
• Contribute innovative ideas, reusable assets, technical best practices, and emerging technology perspectives that help accelerate client success, technical readiness, and solution adoption.
• Present technical findings, solution recommendations, and next steps to both business and technical stakeholders.

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree completed by start date in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing, software development, AI, automation, data, or cybersecurity.
• Experience with at least one programming language such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, or similar.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to prototype, build, or troubleshoot applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for technology and client success.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Internship, co-op, research, project, or extracurricular experience in technology, consulting, customer success, technical sales, or software development.
• Exposure to cloud platforms, AI, cybersecurity, automation, data technologies, or modern application development.
• Technical certifications or participation in technology-focused programs, hackathons, or case competitions.
• Leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, volunteer work, competitions, or community involvement.
• Knowledge of specific industries or business domains.