Remote EMEA Solutions Engineer

Description:

• 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.