Manager, Field Engineering (Pre-Sales)

Menlo Ventures; Paris; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading technology company is seeking a Field Engineering Manager to lead a pre-sales team in Paris. The candidate will initiate value-based solutions and build collaborative relationships across teams. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, driving growth through effective sales strategies, and fostering an inclusive culture. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership experience in Big Data or SaaS, be fluent in English and French, and have a passion for data and cloud technologies. Comprehensive benefits are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing technical teams in Big Data, Cloud, or SaaS environments.
• Fluent in English and native-level French.
• Ability to articulate business value of data and cloud technologies.

Responsabilités

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing pre-sales team.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Partner with Sales to drive growth through solution-based selling.
• Build trusted relationships with customer executives.

Connaissances

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Technical Background in Data Engineering

Mentoring

Description du poste

(FEQ227R122)

As a Field Engineering Manager, you will lead a talented team of technical pre‑sales Solutions Architects and Solutions Engineers based in France. You’ll play a key leadership role at the intersection of technology and business, helping our teams design value‑based solutions and drive growth through effective collaboration with Sales.

You’ll coach your team to communicate complex ideas clearly, support strategic sales cycles, and build strong partnerships with customers and stakeholders across large organisations.

Impact

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing pre‑sales team in France.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative culture that reflects Databricks’ values of customer obsession, teamwork, and diversity.
• Partner with Sales to drive growth through solution‑ and value‑based selling.
• Enhance team effectiveness by establishing best practices that improve efficiency and focus on business impact.
• Build trusted relationships with customer executives and strategic partners.
• Collaborate across teams—including Marketing, Sales, and Services—to ensure seamless implementation and customer success.
• Represent Databricks as part of the regional leadership team and contribute to building our brand and presence in the market.

What We Look For

• Proven experience managing technical teams in Big Data, Cloud, or SaaS environments.
• A track record of leading, mentoring, and scaling pre‑sales or technical field organisations.
• Understanding of consumption‑based business models.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Sales and other cross‑functional leaders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills—fluent in English and native‑level French.
• Technical background in Data Engineering, Databases, or Data Science (consulting experience is a plus).
• Passion for data, AI, and cloud technologies and the ability to articulate their business value clearly.

Note: Location for the role is in Paris (i.e. within commutable distance).

Benefits

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit the Databricks benefits portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance

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