Senior Solutions Engineer
Job Description & Overview
About the Role
Join the technical pre-sales team at a Series A R&D software company serving science-driven organizations. You will help customers modernize research and development workflows by connecting their data and technical needs to practical platform solutions.
What You'll Do
Own technical pre-sales engagements from initial demonstrations through value case development, technical evaluations, and pilot execution.
Build tailored demonstrations, workshops, and pilots for prospect R&D workflows.
Partner with sales colleagues and customer stakeholders to communicate value and support new business.
Lead technical evaluations and present how digital tools can improve R&D data management and innovation.
Mentor new graduate team members supporting technical evaluations.
Write scripts and configure integrations to support prospect requirements.
Travel 25% to 50% for customer meetings, presentations, and workshops.
What We're Looking For
Four to seven years of relevant experience, including at least four years in digitalization, change management, or R&D leadership.
An advanced degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field, ideally with a computational or machine learning focus.
Strong chemistry or materials science expertise and experience with R&D workflows and laboratory informatics.
Experience building and demonstrating technical platforms for enterprise customers, including integrations or orchestration.
Experience in technical pre-sales, consulting, or R&D leadership in a large chemical or materials organization.
Python scripting ability, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel.
Fluent English; EU-based candidates should have C1 or higher proficiency in a local language.
Work authorization in the United States, United Kingdom, or Germany.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 USD annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Remote, with Munich, Bavaria, Germany as the primary location.