Pre-Sales Engineer [gn] AppScan Italy - HCLSoftware

Actian; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative software company that is at the forefront of application security. As a Technical Advisor in the AppScan division, you will play a crucial role in driving revenue growth and ensuring customer satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies, lead technical responses, and collaborate with talented professionals across various teams. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company fosters a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact from day one. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a globally recognized organization that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for learning and growth

Inclusive company culture

Recognition as a top global company

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Application Security Testing technologies and modern software development languages.
• Experience in technical sales and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Grow new license and subscription revenue for AppScan.
• Conduct product demonstrations and workshops for customers.
• Collaborate with sales and product management teams.

Skills

Application Security Testing

Java

Python

JavaScript

C/C++

Scripting Languages

DevOps Methodologies

Tools

AppScan

Snyk

Checkmarx

Invicti

Fortify

Sonatype

Burp

Job description

Join HCL Software, the official sponsor of Ferrari in Formula 1, and drive success in our AppScan division.

Startups are exciting. That’s why we’ve never stopped. For decades, HCL has been a company of inventors and innovators. We power the most important industries on the planet — from finance to telecommunications to scientific research. HCL Software develops, markets, sells, and supports over 20 product families across four main pillars: Customer Experience, Digital Solutions, Secure DevOps, and Security and Automation.

We are busy, growing quickly and have an incredible workforce who are committed to becoming the #1 Software company in the world. Come join HCL’s fast-growing, $2B software business and make an impact from Day 1! This is an exciting time to be joining HCL Software, as we expand, invest and grow.

The AppScan Technical Advisor is responsible for growing new license, subscription & support, and services revenue for AppScan within HCL Software. The Technical Advisor will ensure the customer’s requirements are met with a software solution, conduct product demonstrations, workshops, Proof of Concepts (PoC’s), and work with HCL Software Sales teams to shape and progress opportunities. The Technical Advisor is a Pre-Sales customer-facing role that takes a solution-based approach to identifying, progressing and closing both software and professional services opportunities. They will also work closely across HCL Software sales, product management, professional services, development, support, and client advocacy.

Responsibilities & Core KPPs:

• Technically progress opportunities by informing customers of best practices and shaping decisions and outcomes
• Lead technical responses to customer RF(x)’s for AppScan
• Lead AppScan demonstrations, proof of concepts, technical innovation workshops, channel enablement
• Become a technical product expert in all facets of AppScan
• Assist Sales with presenting Professional Services
• Contribute to technical collateral for re-usable sales purposes
• Work collaboratively across the HCL Software Sales and Services team, to drive results
• Be willing to develop technical skills, learn new products and expertise in every industry
• Leverage existing relationships or commitment to expand network via LinkedIn, or other social platforms to drive customer contacts, relationships, and product awareness

Desired Technical Skills and Experience:

• Familiar with common Application Security Testing technologies (DAST, SAST, SCA, IaC, IAST, RASP, CSPM, API Sec, etc.)
• Familiar with modern software development languages (e.g., NET framework languages, Java, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.)
• Experience with at least one scripting language
• Experience with any of the following Application Security products (AppScan, Snyk, Checkmarx, Invicti, OpenText (Fortify), Synopsys, Sonatype, Imperva, F5, Burp, etc.)
• Good knowledge of developer and DevOps methodologies, trends, ecosystems, and best practices

What We Offer:

• Work in a dynamic division central to HCL Software.
• Remote work flexibility to balance personal and professional needs.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the Italian market.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement in a global organization.
• Inclusive and diverse company culture.
• Recognition as one of Forbes’ Top 50 Global Companies to Work For (Ranked #30, 2020)

HCL Software is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Ready to embark on a transformative journey in the AppScan Division? Join us and make an impact!