Solutions Engineer in Nairobi
About the role:
We are looking to hire an experienced solutions engineer to work alongside our passionate sales team. As a solutions engineer, you will be required to conduct discovery calls with our trained Sales Representatives, draft and deliver presentations, demonstrate the features of company products, and create customized software solutions for the client.
To ensure success as a solutions engineer, you should have in-depth knowledge of software and hardware systems, a passion for sales, and high-level communications skills. Ultimately, a top-notch solutions engineer drives sales by creating specialized business software solutions tailor-made to the customer's needs.
What will you be doing?
- Conducting client discovery calls with sales representatives.
- Meeting with clients to discuss their hardware and software needs.
- Strategizing with the sales team to create customized solutions.
- Drafting and delivering presentations on targeted products.
- Designing and installing customized software and hardware solutions for the customer.
- Testing the performance of the installed system and fixing bugs.
- Providing post-installation follow-ups.
- Developing relationships and maintaining customer relations.
- Supporting the sales team with all technical related queries.
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering.
- Previous work experience as a solutions engineer.
- Familiarity with business hardware and software systems.
- High-level communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create big-picture software solutions.
- Ability to present ideas in a clean, user-friendly way.
- Attention to detail.
- Sales experience.
Solutions Engineer in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya, is quickly establishing itself as a major tech hub in Africa, with a growing community of software developers. As the capital city of Kenya and a major economic hub, Nairobi is attracting investment from both local and international tech companies, leading to a high demand for skilled software developers. This has resulted in a booming job market for developers, with numerous opportunities in both established companies and startups. Some of the most sought-after software developer jobs in Nairobi include mobile app development, web development, software engineering, and data science. Kenyan developers are also increasingly working on projects related to fintech, e-commerce, and health-tech, as these industries are rapidly expanding in Kenya and across Africa. The Kenyan government has also been supportive of the tech industry, providing tax incentives and other forms of support to attract investment and promote innovation. This has created an environment in which software developers can thrive, with access to the resources and support they need to build successful careers in the tech industry.
