Senior Solutions Engineer

Radware; Illinois; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Policy

Wellhub

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Radware in the United States is seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer to join its expanding team, combining deep technical expertise with strong storytelling to position Radware’s AI‑powered security and DDoS protection to prospects and partners. You’ll drive technical engagements, deliver demos, map customer needs to Radware solutions, and lead PoCs, with travel up to 20–25% as needed.

The role offers a lucrative compensation package including on‑target commissions and a stock plan, in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a pre-sales role within the network or application security industry.
• Proven experience with DDoS mitigation technologies, Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), and API security solutions.
• Strong understanding of LAN/WAN networking, internet services, and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSL/TLS).
• Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern security architectures (microservices, container security).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python) for demos/PoC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and map to Radware solutions.
• Deliver presentations and demos on Radware's DDoS, WAF, API, and cloud security advantages.
• Lead technical engagements: demos, architectural deep-dives, and PoCs.
• Share field insights with product, engineering, and threat research teams.
• Stay updated on cybersecurity trends and relevant technologies.

Skills

DDoS mitigation

WAF

API security

Networking (LAN/WAN)

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Scripting (Python)

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Job description

Radware (NASDAQ: RDWR), a global leader in DDoS mitigation, application security, and delivery solutions for multi-cloud environments, is seeking a highly motivated Sales Engineer (SE) to join its rapidly expanding team. As businesses face an unprecedented surge in sophisticated cyberattacks, including AI-driven threats and complex multi-vector assaults, Radware is at the forefront of empowering organizations to secure their digital experiences.

This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to Radware's "explosive growth" by showcasing the unique value of its innovative, AI-powered security solutions and services to prospective clients, existing customers, and strategic partners. The ideal candidate will be a passionate technical evangelist, adept at navigating the evolving threat landscape in the AI era and translating complex security challenges into actionable solutions.

As a vital member of the regional sales team, you will be instrumental in driving sales success through technical expertise and compelling solution positioning.

Responsibilities include:

• Understand and uncover customer needs: Analyze environments, identify pain points, and map to Radware solutions considering business/compliance needs.
• Solution presentation and value articulation: Deliver compelling presentations and demos on Radware's DDoS, WAF, API, and cloud security advantages.
• Lead technical engagements: Drive customized demos, architectural deep-dives, and PoCs showcasing Radware's differentiation.
• Fuel innovation: Share field insights on customer needs and market trends with internal product, engineering, and threat research teams.
• Maintain expertise: Stay updated on cybersecurity trends like perimeter/cloud security, app protection (OWASP, Bot, API), Zero Trust, and AI security implications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a pre-sales role within the network or application security industry.
• Proven experience with DDoS mitigation technologies, Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), and API security solutions.
• Strong understanding of LAN/WAN networking, internet services, and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSL/TLS).
• Demonstrable experience with traditional hosting environments, public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern security architectures (e.g., microservices, container security, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for demonstration or PoC purposes is a plus.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and demonstration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical SMEs to C-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to travel based on candidate location and business requirements (approximately 20-25%).
• Highly desirable: Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CCIE, Security+, CEH, or public cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer).

Compensation

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $250,000

The estimated compensation range includes an annual on-target commission plan. This role will be eligible to participate in Radware's Stock Plan.

Radware Inc. offers a variety of benefits to help you protect your health, your family and your way of life. Below is a summary of benefits eligible employees can choose to participate in.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan - With company match
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Wellhub - access to a wide network of gyms, fitness studios, wellness apps, and virtual classes
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Radware?

Join Radware for a supportive, inclusive, and growth-focused workplace. Enjoy:

• Diversity & Inclusion
• Learning & Development
• Recognition & Growth
• Work Life Balance
• Community & Engagement

At Radware, your personal and professional growth is our priority. We strive to provide a secure, healthy, and harmonious environment where you can thrive.