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 account sales teams, channel partners, and customers.
Your role will involve understanding customer needs, strategizing support for their evaluations, and assisting them in selecting TiDB as their solution.
This position requires a blend of technical expertise and business acumen to help customers achieve their goals and drive growth.
Responsibilities include educating customers on TiDB's capabilities, guiding them through design and deployment, leading Proof of Concept engagements, and developing tailored architectural solutions.
You will also create technical content, stay updated on database technology, and collaborate with various teams to enhance TiDB's offerings.
Travel within the region is expected, approximately 20-40%, for customer engagements.
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, Redis, or similar technologies 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 that is 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 large and high-growth organizations across various industries.
Contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology and solutions.
Gain exposure to a diverse range of technical challenges and customer engagements.
Enjoy the flexibility of travel within the region for customer interactions.
