Pre-sales (Solutions) Engineer

CData Software; Chapel Hill (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CData Software seeks a Solutions Engineer to work with clients, delivering demos and technical solutions using our data integration products. The ideal candidate will possess a STEM degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to program in languages like Java or C#. This role is integral in addressing customer needs and driving technical sales activities.

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays

20 Days of PTO

Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

HSA with Company Contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401k with 6% Immediately Vested Company Match

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS or BE) in a STEM field.
• Ability to read and write code in at least 1 programming language (Java or C# preferred).
• Foundational knowledge of database systems and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the technical sales activities within the sales process.
• Deliver targeted Demos that address customer requirements.
• Lead technical responses to Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP).

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

In the age of digital transformation, data has become increasingly vital to core business operations. But with so many cloud applications and platforms available today, data has become more decentralized than ever.

CData is the real-time data connectivity company. Our easy-to-use integration products allow users to work with their data where, when, and how they need it. With a robust library of real-time data connectors, users can access data from hundreds of applications, tools, and systems – on-premises or in the cloud.

CData is a global company, headquartered in Chapel Hill, NC with about 400 team members worldwide. More than 10,000 organizations rely on CData technologies to overcome data fragmentation challenges and unlock value from diverse, dispersed data assets.

The Solutions Engineer will have the opportunity to work with our industry-leading technology. They work consultatively with our clients and partners to understand our customers' business and capture customer needs and requirements. They deliver compelling and targeted Demos that demonstrate how CData can address customer requirements and deliver the desired future state of the business. Our Solutions Engineers are problem solvers, working collaboratively across CData to resolve issues in a timely manner. They work in close collaboration with your peers in the Solutions Engineering, Sales, Technical Support, Marketing, and Product teams. This position requires a deep understanding of CData’s product portfolio and the ability to communicate technical concepts to a variety of audiences.

Location(s): Chapel Hill, NC or Remote

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Own and lead the technical sales activities within the sales process, including technical discovery, demonstration, evaluation, POC, and RFP.
• Support Sales Executives in developing a deep understanding of client requirements.
• Develop a clear understanding of the customer's business and technical needs through discovery and research. Capture customer needs, requirements, and the customer’s desired future state.
• Deliver compelling and targeted Demos that demonstrate how CData can address the Customer’s requirements and deliver the desired future state of the business.
• Tailor messaging to Clients based on their requirements and use cases.
• Develop and maintain in-depth technical knowledge of the CData product portfolio.
• Lead technical responses to Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP).
• Collaboration with your peers in Solutions Engineering and with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, Marketing, and Technical Support.
• Contribute to our investment in product development with product feedback.
• Lead the customer relationship from the technical front being their consultative partner and liaison with tech support to ensure a smooth handoff.
• Technical Troubleshooting for customers and prospects as needed.
• Sharing knowledge across the team and the company.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree (BA, BS or BE) in a STEM field
• Ability to read and write code to solve problems in at least 1 programming language (Java or C# preferred)
• Foundational knowledge of database systems and SQL
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Travel Required: No regular travel is expected.

• 11 Paid Holidays
• 20 Days of PTO
• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (100% for employee, 50% for dependents)
• HSA with Company Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with 6% Immediately Vested Company Match

This role can be based in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, or Virginia.

CData Software is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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