Sales Engineer

Zscaler, Inc.; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 72.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Time off plans

Parental leave options

Retirement options

In-office perks

Zusammenfassung

Zscaler, a leader in cloud security, is seeking a Sales Engineer to join our Solutions Consulting team in a remote Germany role. You will bridge client needs with Zscaler solutions, translating technical requirements into impactful demonstrations and proof of value.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll collaborate with sales to scope opportunities, deliver compelling POVs, and guide customers through secure cloud adoption while maintaining a growth mindset and a customer-centric focus.

Qualifikationen

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain.
• 2+ years of experience as a Pre-sales Sales Engineer or systems integrator.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking and/or cloud security technologies.
• Fluency in German and Experience delivering technical presentations and demonstrations.
• Experience working with sales to identify, qualify and scope opportunities, and deliver proof of value (POV) engagements to convert opportunities into technical victories.

Aufgaben

• Present the Zscaler cloud security platform to prospective customers.
• Gather customer technical requirements through discovery calls and whiteboarding.
• Set the vision and translate goals into enticing and relevant recommendations.
• Act as the trusted advisor to our clients while aiding their transformational journey.
• Create and deliver demonstrations and PoVs to showcase Zscaler value.

Kenntnisse

AI/ML basics

Presales experience

Enterprise networking

Cloud security

German fluency

Presentation skills

POV engagements

Jobbeschreibung

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

We are looking for a Sales Engineer to join our team. This is a remote role based in Germany, reporting to the Sales Engineering Manager in the Solutions Consulting organisation. The Sales Engineering role serves as a pivotal bridge between client vision and secure execution, translating technical needs into high-impact Zscaler solutions that drive business growth. Through expert advocacy and goal-oriented demonstrations, you will accelerate the customer journey, ensuring a seamless and secure transition to the cloud.

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Present the Zscaler cloud security platform to prospective customers
• Gather customer technical requirements through discovery calls and whiteboarding
• Set the vision and translate goals into enticing and relevant recommendations
• Act as the trusted advisor to our clients while aiding their transformational journey
• Create and deliver demonstrations and PoVs to showcase Zscaler value

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
• 2 + years of experience as a Pre-sales Sales Engineer or systems integrator
• Knowledge of enterprise networking and/or cloud security technologies
• Fluency in Germany and Experience delivering technical presentations and demonstrations
• Experience working with sales to identify, qualify and scope opportunities, and deliver proof of value (POV) engagements to convert opportunities into technical victories

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Stay up to date with industry trends and competitive solutions, products, and services
• Industry certifications - e.g CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Security+

#LI-LS2

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here .

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

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