Solutions Engineer (Pre-Sales)

Sisense; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sisense as a Sales Engineer and empower data teams to deliver insights. This role involves collaborating with Account Executives, demonstrating technical value, and managing proof of concepts. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in technical roles, strong SQL and JavaScript skills, and a passion for continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years in a technical, customer-facing role.
• Proficient in communicating complex concepts.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and JavaScript frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Account Executives to demonstrate technical value.
• Help qualify new opportunities and lead discovery sessions.
• Build and own PoCs using Sisense analytics platform.

Skills

SQL

JavaScript

ReactJS

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Drive the Technical Sale at Sisense

At Sisense, we are on a mission to empower modern data teams and developers to deliver insights to everyone inside and outside their organisations. We enable our customers to answer complex questions with data and drive the best business outcomes possible.

Why You Should Join Our Sales Engineering Team

We are serving one of the fastest growing professions that has traditionally been underserved. We are rapidly expanding and adding new product lines. You will have the opportunity to learn from seasoned Sales Engineers and Managers who have helped scale multiple high-growth tech companies, including taking Sisense from $25 million to over $100 million in ARR. This role will challenge your technical skills and require business acumen.

The expected compensation for this role is a base salary between £80,000-95,000 and £15,000-20,000 in variable pay.

In This Role You Will

• Work closely with Account Executives to demonstrate the technical value of Sisense throughout the deal cycle.
• Help qualify new and expansion opportunities, lead discovery sessions focused on technical and business needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams (CSM, Professional Services, Product) to ensure smooth opportunity progression and effective hand-offs.
• Build, guide, and own PoCs and technical assets using Sisense analytics platform, React, JS SDKs, and REST APIs, including dashboards, data source connections, and embedded ReactJS components.
• Share knowledge internally and externally, enable partners, and contribute to community knowledge.
• Maintain a commitment to continuous learning.

What You’ve Accomplished So Far

• Over 5 years in a technical, customer-facing role (Sales Engineering, Professional Services, or Technical Account Management).
• Proficient in communicating complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and leverage resources effectively.
• Hands-on experience with SQL.
• Experience with Javascript or frameworks like ReactJS, Angular, or Vue.
• Background in BI, Analytics, or data-driven products.
• Experience with Python or other server-side languages is a plus.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Lifelong learner with insatiable curiosity.

How You’ll Ramp

Day 30:

• Gain a strong technical understanding of Sisense’s value proposition.
• Learn the sales process and your technical role within it.
• Align with customer objectives and develop customized solutions.
• Begin demonstrating the product internally and to prospects.

Day 60:

• Assist Account Executives with technical questions during demos.
• Lead projects to improve proof of concept and trial engagement.
• Contribute to pipeline closure efforts.
• Partner with Account Executives on team selling, managing 4-5 live opportunities.

Day 90:

• Own technical relationships and solution strategies in your pipeline.
• Establish best practices for trial processes.
• Engage actively with your pipeline and internal projects.

About Sisense

Sisense is a leader in embedded analytics, recognized globally for innovative solutions that embed intelligence into business processes. As we explore opportunities in the API economy, we are positioning for unprecedented growth.

Our vision is a future where analytics underpin every decision, process, and interaction. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, aiming to redefine analytics.

This role offers more than a job; it’s an opportunity to reshape the industry and push the boundaries of analytics. Join us in shaping the future of analytics.