Microsoft Solutions Design Engineer - Presales

Red River; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River is seeking a Presales Engineer (Microsoft Solutions) to act as a trusted technical advisor during the sales cycle, translating Microsoft technologies into business value for executives and users. This role focuses on designing and presenting Microsoft-based solutions, and partnering with sales to close opportunities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in presales or solutions architecture, deep knowledge of Azure, 365, security, and AI, strong communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 5+ years in presales engineering, solutions architecture, or related customer-facing roles.
• Experience designing, presenting, and positioning Microsoft-based solutions in enterprise environments.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to support customer engagements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical resource supporting Microsoft-focused opportunities.
• Design and present Microsoft-based solutions aligned to customer needs.
• Develop architecture, proposals, SOWs, and technical documentation.
• Deliver executive briefings, technical presentations, and workshops.
• Collaborate with Microsoft teams, partners, and internal leaders.

Skills

Presales experience

Solutions architecture

Technical consulting

Executive communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering/CS/Business

Tools

Microsoft licensing programs

Job description

Red River is seeking a Presales Engineer (Microsoft Solutions) to act as a trusted technical advisor during the sales cycle, translating Microsoft technologies into business value for executives and users. This role focuses on designing and presenting Microsoft-based solutions, and partnering with sales to close opportunities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in presales or solutions architecture, deep knowledge of Azure, 365, security, and AI, strong communication skills, and the ability to