Technical Sales Engineer (APAC)

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the sales team to identify and understand customer requirements and business objectives.
• Conduct product demonstrations, presentations, and technical workshops to showcase the features and benefits of our fintech solutions.
• Provide technical support and expertise throughout the sales cycle, including answering technical questions, preparing proposals, and addressing customer concerns.
• Articulate and sell our in-house products, packaging and customizing solutions to suit client architectural requirements.
• Lead and respond to RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFIs (Request for Information) end-to-end.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of our product, including its architecture, functionality, and competitive advantages.
• Assist in the preparation of technical proposals and other documentation required by clients.
• Respond to leading RFPs and RFIs, successfully closing deals with global and regional banks.
• Work closely with the product development team to relay customer feedback and influence product enhancements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies to provide insights and recommendations to the sales and product teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Work alongside Sales Directors to support key accounts throughout the sales cycle.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical sales, solutions engineering, or technical consulting role, preferably in the fintech industry.
• Extensive experience working with banks and payment companies, with a background in neo tech startups and fintech.
• Proven experience in co-selling solutions to bank CTOs, technology teams, and CIOs.
• Strong technical background with a solid understanding of fintech products, APIs, and system integrations.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with CRM software and sales tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to address customer needs.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time based on client needs and team requirements.
• Engineering background preferred.
• Exposure to legacy systems, infrastructure, architecture, and IT modernization.
• Experience with companies in core banking, payments, open banking, lending, and customer engagement channels is a plus.
• Prior experience as a solution architect or in product management is beneficial.
• Prior work experience in banks (legacy or digital) is preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with [specific technologies, tools, or platforms relevant to the company’s products].
• Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Certifications in relevant technologies or sales methodologies.
• Exposure to legacy systems, infrastructure, architecture, and IT modernization.
• Engineering background preferred.