Sr. Sales Engineer - Payments

Tungsten Automation; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer specializing in Payments Automation. In this role, you will partner with finance and IT stakeholders to identify needs and provide tailored solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in PreSales with a focus on Payments automation and an understanding of AP processes. Excellent communication skills and the ability to drive customer success are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in PreSales or Solution Consulting with focus on Payments automation.
• Strong understanding of AP and Payments processes.
• Proficiency in value-based selling methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery sessions with stakeholders to identify process inefficiencies.
• Design tailored product demonstrations for enterprise clients.
• Collaborate with Sales and Professional Services for successful sales cycles.

Skills

PreSales experience

Solution Consulting

Payments automation knowledge

Business value articulation

Technical aptitude

Outstanding communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

APIs

Job description

The Senior Sales Engineer – Payments Automation is a strategic technical advisor and solution consultant, specializing in Payments Automation within the Accounts Payable (AP) space. In this role, you will partner closely with Account Executives, Channel Partners, and customers to uncover business needs, map them to Tungsten’s Payments solution, and design compelling, value‑driven proposals. You will be responsible for creating impactful demonstrations, guiding prospects through technical evaluations, and ensuring a seamless transition to our Professional Services teams.

This role requires a deep understanding of AP and Payments business processes, e‑invoicing, compliance, and the ability to engage credibly with both Finance and IT stakeholders. You will be instrumental in positioning Tungsten’s differentiated value in competitive enterprise sales cycles, leveraging your expertise to drive customer success and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Consulting & Value Mapping

• Lead discovery sessions with Finance and IT stakeholders to identify pain points, process inefficiencies, and automation opportunities in Payments and AP
• Translate business requirements into solution architectures using Tungsten’s Payments offerings, quantifying business value through ROI models, efficiency gains, compliance improvements, and cost savings
• Map customer needs to Tungsten’s Payments automation capabilities, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and compliance mandates

Demonstrations & Presentations

• Design and deliver tailored, high‑impact product demonstrations for enterprise audiences, incorporating customer‑specific workflows, KPIs, and business cases
• Leverage storytelling, visual assets, and real‑world scenarios to clearly convey Tungsten’s value proposition to Finance‑oriented roles, including CFOs, AP Managers, and Controllers

Technical Engagement

• Respond to RFI/RFP/RFQ technical requirements, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with customer goals
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of Tungsten’s Payments solutions, competitive positioning, and the broader Payments automation landscape

Collaboration

• Work closely with Sales, Professional Services, and Channel Partners to ensure successful opportunity pursuit and post‑sales handover
• Collaborate with Product Management to align client needs with the Payments product roadmap and influence future solution enhancements

Market & Industry Expertise

• Maintain awareness of trends in Payments automation, compliance mandates, and emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning
• Understand vertical‑specific compliance and operational challenges, providing thought leadership to both internal teams and customers

Performance Indicators

• Contribution to revenue growth in Payments solution sales
• Quality and win rate of supported opportunities
• Customer satisfaction during the evaluation and onboarding phases
• Effectiveness of collaboration with cross‑functional teams

Required Skills & Experience

Experience

5+ years in PreSales, Solution Consulting, or similar roles in enterprise software, ideally with a focus on Payments automation, AP, or financial process automation.

Business Acumen

Strong understanding of AP and Payments processes, compliance requirements, and the operational challenges faced by enterprise finance teams.

Sales Skills

Proficiency in value‑based and solution‑selling methodologies, with the ability to articulate ROI and business value.

Technical Aptitude

Understanding of ERP integrations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics), APIs, and related enterprise technologies.

AI & Automation Awareness

Familiarity with AI‑driven features in Payments automation, such as intelligent data extraction, classification, and fraud detection.

Communication

Outstanding presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage credibly with both technical and business stakeholders.

Collaboration

Experience working in complex, multi‑country account teams and cross‑functional environments.

Languages

Fluency in English; proficiency in French or German is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience with ERP‑integrated Payments automation solutions.
• Exposure to compliance‑driven markets and regulatory environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, competitive enterprise sales environment.
• Advanced certifications in sales methodologies, ERP systems, or payments technologies are advantageous.