Join PingCAP as we expand our business in EMEA, leveraging our success globally.
The database market is projected to grow significantly, with IDC estimating it to reach over $119B by 2025.
PingCAP is recognized as a major disruptor in this space with its TiDB Database and Database as a Service offerings.
TiDB is an open-source, cloud-native, distributed SQL database designed for elastic scale and real-time analytics.
Organizations across various sectors, including financial services, logistics, gaming, e-commerce, and SaaS, have successfully implemented TiDB for mission-critical applications.
As a Senior Sales Engineer, you will drive the adoption and success of TiDB by collaborating with sales teams, channel partners, and customers.
Responsibilities include educating customers on TiDB's capabilities, guiding them through design and deployment, leading Proof of Concept engagements, and developing tailored solutions.
You will also create technical content, present to diverse audiences, and engage with the open-source community.
The role requires travel within the region for customer engagements, approximately 20-40%.
Requirements:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in roles such as Solutions Engineer, Solutions Architect, Database Administrator, or Software Engineer, focusing on distributed systems, databases, or cloud computing.
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience is required.
Extensive experience in technical sales, pre-sales engineering, or customer-facing technical roles is essential.
A strong understanding of clustering technologies, terminology, and architectures is necessary.
Proficiency in Linux system administration is required.
An understanding of network configuration and troubleshooting is needed.
Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Redis, is essential.
Proficiency in at least one scripting language, such as Python, Golang, or Shell scripting, is required for automating deployment and management tasks.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills are necessary to convey technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences.
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for customer success are essential.
Benefits:
Join a company at the forefront of innovation and growth in the database market.
Be part of a strong open-source community with over 37,000 stars on GitHub.
Work in an inclusive culture that attracts passionate and dedicated individuals.
Opportunity to engage with cutting-edge distributed database technology and contribute to its development.
Gain experience in a role that blends technical expertise with business acumen.
Travel opportunities within the region for customer engagements.
Contribute to the establishment of industry influence through technical discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions.
