Built by ex–nation-state operators and AI researchers, Cracken is building the world’s first Uncensored Vibe Hacking platform - safely amplifying security teams with autonomous offensive security capabilities and delivering proven, auditable resilience for modern enterprises.
We are growing fast and looking for a Sales Engineer to help shape the future of AI-driven cybersecurity.
We’re looking for a highly technical, customer-facing Sales Engineer to become a critical bridge between our customers, Sales, and Engineering teams.
You will be responsible for delivering exceptional first technical experiences with Cracken - from highly technical demos and customer workshops to full ownership of Proof of Concepts (PoCs). This role sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI Agents, offensive security, and customer enablement, helping enterprise clients understand how our platform solves real-world security challenges.
As one of the first technical touchpoints for customers, you will play a critical role in supporting enterprise sales, translating customer requirements into engineering actions, and influencing product direction through direct market feedback.
Deliver compelling technical product demos and lead customer-facing engagements, including technical deep dives, workshops, and product evaluations
Take full ownership of assigned Proof of Concepts (PoCs) from technical qualification and kick-off through reviews, implementation support, and successful conclusion
Analyze, qualify, and translate customer requirements and expectations into actionable feedback and priorities for Engineering
Serve as a key bridge between Sales and Engineering, consulting on technical and cybersecurity topics and helping align business needs with technical execution
Support low-level technical implementation and troubleshooting tasks when required
Provide market and customer insights to Engineering and Product teams to help shape platform direction
Act as a trusted technical advisor throughout the customer journey, supporting onboarding, deployments, and technical success
2+ years of experience in Solutions Engineering, Sales Engineering, Pre-Sales, Technical Account Management, Professional Services, or a similar customer-facing technical role
Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, offensive security methodologies, and AI Agents
Familiarity with penetration testing workflows and attacker mindset; hands-on experience is a strong advantage
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience supporting enterprise customers throughout the sales cycle
Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills
Technical background with hands-on experience in software development or engineering (preferred stack: Python, JavaScript/React, GitHub/GitLab, PostgreSQL)
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and vice versa
Comfortable working in a fast-moving, high-ownership startup environment
Availability to work hours aligned with the US market (primarily West Coast / Americas time zones) as part of a customer-facing role
Flexibility and willingness to go beyond a narrow job scope when needed
Availability for occasional travel
Fluent English is mandatory, with the ability to confidently communicate complex technical concepts to enterprise customers and stakeholders
Certifications such as CEH, CISSP, OSCP, or similar
Background in Cybersecurity, Military/Defense, or broader IT environments
Experience with Government Sales
Product Management exposure
Pipeline management experience
Customer Success or Support experience
Spanish is a strong plus
Real-world impact: our technology is shaped by offensive security expertise, real operational experience, and deep internal research
Mission-driven team: international team with strong Ukrainian roots, bringing together researchers, engineers, professors, and elite cyber operators
High ownership culture: exceptional people shape their own scope and trajectory inside the company
Frontier technology: operating at the intersection of AI, autonomous systems, and cybersecurity
Fast execution: small elite team, minimal bureaucracy, direct collaboration with founders
Ownership over a cutting-edge cybersecurity platform
Direct access to founders, researchers, and experienced offensive security professionals
High autonomy and real influence on product and go-to-market direction
Fully remote and flexible work environment
Competitive compensation package
Skills Required
- 3+ years in Pre-Sales or Sales Engineering role
- Deep understanding of AI Agents and cybersecurity concepts
- Certifications: CEH, CISSP, or equivalent desired
- Education: BSc. in Engineering related field
- Excellent communication skills
What We Do
Release the Cracken. Defend what matters. Cracken is the first Red-AI Copilot built for real offense, not an ordinary CNAPP or endpoint security. We arm defenders with nation-state grade attack logic at machine speed, under full human command. Not black boxes. No fluff. Born on the hardest frontlines of cyber conflict -- Ukraine, US, EU -- Cracken is built by operators who know what it means to face adversaries that don't play fair. We are turning that battlefield DNA into the only agentic AI platform that simulates live, adaptative attacks across cloud, endpoint, and hybrid environments. Why it matters: ⚡Human-in-the-Loop control: every action is transparent, auditable, and reversible. CISOs don't trust black-box AI. We give them speed and oversight. ⚡Accuracy over noise: no posture fluff, no false positives. Only validated, exploitable risk that matters. ⚡100% faster coverage than manual red teams. ⚡Undetected vulnerabilities caught before exploitation (proven in North America and Ukraine's critical infrastructure). ⚡Zero black-box risk with audit trails, rollbacks, and operator trust at the core. ⚡Regulatory ready for CISA, EU AI Act, and global oversight. ⚡Quantifiable adoption with seamless integration into CI/CD multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Cracken is not another CNAPP, CIEM or compliance dashboard. Those show posture. We show truth. Attackers don't wait, neither should you. 👉Investors, customers, and security leaders: join us in weaponizing defense. Let's release the Cracken! www.cracken.ai
