Commercial Sales Engineer - Central

Freddie Mac; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of data security solutions is looking for a Sales Engineer to drive revenue and manage proof of value demonstrations. This remote position offers competitive salary, unlimited PTO, and significant career growth opportunities within a high-performing startup. Ideal candidates will have strong cloud, data security, and sales experience, with excellent communication skills. Additional certifications in cloud services are preferred.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Reimbursement for office setup

Qualifications

• Experience in a Sales Engineer or similar technical sales role.
• Strong knowledge of AWS or Azure.
• Fundamental experience with networks and databases.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through complex sales opportunities.
• Identify client business issues and architect tailored solutions.
• Act as the technical liaison for partner channel and represent at marketing events.

Skills

Cloud

Data Security

Communication

Networking

Job description

Employer Industry: Data Security Solutions

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with potential merit increases based on performance
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within a high-performing startup
- Work remotely with reimbursement for office setup
- Unlimited PTO and paid holidays, promoting work-life balance
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, along with life and disability insurance
- Engage with leading global businesses and contribute to innovative data security solutions

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Drive revenue through complex sales opportunities that showcase the employer's capabilities
- Identify client business issues and architect tailored information availability solutions
- Deliver and manage proof of values (PoV's) and Use Case Demos (UCD) for clients
- Collaborate with internal teams to support sustainable business growth
- Act as the technical liaison for the employer's partner channel and represent the employer at marketing events

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Previous experience in Cloud, TDR, CASB, DLP, or data security in a Sales Engineer or similar technical sales role
- Strong knowledge of one of the major cloud provider environments (AWS and/or Azure preferred)
- Fundamental experience with networks and databases
- Understanding of data storage types, encryption techniques, and cloud IAM
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for conveying technical concepts to various audiences

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Certifications such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
- Higher-level certifications like AWS Solution Architect or Azure Security Engineer Associate
- Experience with SFDC and opportunity tracking systems
- Familiarity with machine learning/AI and data regulatory frameworks

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