Customer Engineer (Sales)

Avaya; United States; Remote; USD 168,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading enterprise software company is seeking a Customer Engineer (Sales) to design effective cloud solutions for clients. The role requires deep expertise in cloud technologies and customer engagement to drive business outcomes. Candidates should have extensive experience in technical sales, with strong communication and analytical skills. A valuable opportunity to join a team focused on innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a technical sales engineering role.
• Hands-on experience with SaaS platforms and APIs.
• Understanding of SaaS security practices and data privacy.

Responsibilities

• Design and sell cloud solutions based on customer needs.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor and advocate for customer needs.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams for future innovations.

Skills

Cloud technologies

Technical sales

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Avaya

Avaya is an enterprise software leader that helps the world’s largest organizations and government agencies forge unbreakable connections.

The Avaya Infinity platform unifies fragmented customer experiences, connecting the channels, insights, technologies, and workflows that together create enduring customer and employee relationships.

We believe success is built through strong connections – with each other, with our work, and with our mission. At Avaya, you'll find a community that values your contributions and supports your growth every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.avaya.com

Description

The Customer Engineer (Sales) plays a critical role in designing and selling cloud solutions that solve customer challenges and drive strategic business outcomes. This role engages customers through a use case–driven, results-oriented approach, positioning solutions that achieve immediate success while paving the way for future innovation.

As a trusted technical advisor, the Customer Engineer architects cloud solutions aligned with customer needs and strategic objectives, while serving as a key internal advocate for the Voice of the Customer. By collaborating closely with product and engineering teams, the Customer Engineer provides insights that directly influence solution strategy and shape future innovation.

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in a technical sales engineering role, with a strong emphasis on cloud and SaaS solutions.

• Proficiency in building or modifying demo applications or technical prototypes.

• Hands-on experience with SaaS platforms, APIs, and cloud-native architectures.

• Deep knowledge of AI and automation technologies, including LLMs, Generative AI, and agentic systems.

• Proven success in consultative, use case–driven solution selling to both technical and non-technical customer stakeholders

• Exceptional communication, storytelling, analytical, and relationship-building skills.

• Understanding of SaaS security practices, certifications, data privacy and access controls.

• Willingness to travel as required based on customer and business needs.

Success in this role demands deep expertise in cloud technologies, technical sales, and customer engagement, along with the ability to anticipate evolving business challenges. The ideal candidate will actively listen to customers, engage thoughtfully, and design solutions that drive meaningful business impact. #LI-CS1 #LI-Remote

The pay range for this opportunity is from $168,500 to $210,600 + performance-related bonus + benefits

This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive an annual bonus that aligns with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies.

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