Sysdig

Senior Sales Engineer (US East)

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Hiring Remotely in USA

Remote or Hybrid

181K-226K Annually

Senior level

Cybersecurity

The leader in real-time AI-powered cloud defense

The Role

Drive technical discovery with prospective customers, deliver product demonstrations, support proof-of-value engagements, and help customers successfully adopt Sysdig. Partner with support, customer success, and professional services teams while advising prospects on cloud-native application security. The role requires strong technical sales expertise, cloud and security knowledge, experience with containers and microservices, and the ability to manage multiple customers and present at industry events.

Summary Generated by Built In

In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.

We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas and we believe in working together to achieve our goals. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across all teams.

And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".

We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

What you will do

You will drive in-depth discovery discussions with prospective customers to understand their environment and associated needs
You will deliver world class product demonstrations and assist customers with POV's and drive success
You will interface with Sysdig support, customer success, and professional services teams to ensure Sysdig customers are power users of the product
You will demonstrate a strong understanding of the security landscape and articulate the general challenges of securing cloud-native applications
You will be a trusted advisor to customers and prospects, helping them navigate this new technology space

What you will bring with you

5 to 10 years previous experience as a Sales Engineer
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the technical sales process
An expert understanding of Cloud and related technologies
A history of success working directly with end users
Experience balancing multiple customers while achieving positive outcomes

What we look for

Virtualization, containerisation and microservices experience
Certifications such as CISSP, CKA, CKS, AWS, GCP, Azure
SAAS experience, ideally across multiple clouds
Familiarity with CSPM, Container and Cloud security, IAC
Experience presenting at industry events and meet ups

When you join Sysdig, you can expect:

Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
Maternity and Parental Leave
Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
Full health benefits package for you and your family

The U.S. annual on target earnings (OTE) range for this full-time position is between $181,000 and 226,200 USD/year. This range represents a combination of annual base pay and targeted commission. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.

We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.

Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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Skills Required

5 to 10 years of previous experience as a Sales Engineer
Solid understanding of the technical sales process
Expert understanding of cloud and related technologies
History of success working directly with end users
Experience balancing multiple customers while achieving positive outcomes
Virtualization, containerization, and microservices experience
Certifications such as CISSP, CKA, CKS, AWS, GCP, or Azure
SaaS experience, ideally across multiple clouds
Familiarity with CSPM, container and cloud security, and infrastructure as code
Experience presenting at industry events and meetups

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The Company

HQ: San Francisco, CA

700 Employees

Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Sysdig delivers cloud security the right way with open innovation, agentic AI, and the uncompromising truth of runtime. In a world of black boxes and blind spots, Sysdig helps security and development teams prevent, detect, and respond to threats in the moment. AI is only as powerful as the signals it receives, and Sysdig Sage™ – the first agentic AI analyst for cloud security – is fueled by the deepest runtime intelligence in the industry. It doesn’t just observe. It reasons and acts with the context, speed, and precision that modern teams need to build and defend innovation in real time. Founded by the creators of Falco and Wireshark, Sysdig is trusted by more than 60% of the Fortune 500 and is built for those who refuse to compromise on security.

Why Work With Us

Sysdig's global expansion is fueled by our dedicated "Sysdiggers," known for collaboration, innovation, & transparency. With a diverse, international presence, we value every voice & are committed to our core values. We prioritize well-being with a top-tier benefits package. Join us to empower our team, thrive, & deliver our best work globally.