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Head of Forward Deployed Engineering, M&A Group

Engineering ManagerEngineering ManagerFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 5,001-10,000Since 1983H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

9 days ago

Salary

$333K - $444K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor DegreeEnglish

Job Description

Head of Forward Deployed Engineering, M&A Group

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• Build and embed value engineering capability across the portfolio, including ROI modelling, business case development, and economic impact quantification • Ensure customer value is consistently articulated, evidenced, and tied to commercial outcomes • Develop practical frameworks and tools that can be adopted and sustained within PortCos • Work directly within these businesses to embed discipline, not overlay from a distance • Elevate solution consulting standards across the portfolio, including qualification, demo strategy, and deal preparation

Job Requirements

  • Extensive experience in enterprise software presales / Solution Consulting, with a proven track record delivering complex, value-led opportunities
  • Experience leading Solution Consulting or Presales teams (team lead, manager, or director level)
  • Proven experience building or scaling presales and/or value engineering capability
  • Strong experience in relevant industry verticals, with the ability to apply that expertise across a range of adjacent industries

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance
  • 401K with Company contribution
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Tuition assistance
  • Community involvement and volunteering events

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