About the Role

Join the technical pre-sales team at a Series A R&D software company serving science-driven organizations. You will help customers modernize research and development workflows by connecting their data and technical needs to practical platform solutions.

What You'll Do

• Own technical pre-sales engagements from initial demonstrations through value case development, technical evaluations, and pilot execution.

• Build tailored demonstrations, workshops, and pilots for prospect R&D workflows.

• Partner with sales colleagues and customer stakeholders to communicate value and support new business.

• Lead technical evaluations and present how digital tools can improve R&D data management and innovation.

• Mentor new graduate team members supporting technical evaluations.

• Write scripts and configure integrations to support prospect requirements.

• Travel 25% to 50% for customer meetings, presentations, and workshops.

What We're Looking For

• Four to seven years of relevant experience, including at least four years in digitalization, change management, or R&D leadership.

• An advanced degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field, ideally with a computational or machine learning focus.

• Strong chemistry or materials science expertise and experience with R&D workflows and laboratory informatics.

• Experience building and demonstrating technical platforms for enterprise customers, including integrations or orchestration.

• Experience in technical pre-sales, consulting, or R&D leadership in a large chemical or materials organization.

• Python scripting ability, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel.

• Fluent English; EU-based candidates should have C1 or higher proficiency in a local language.

• Work authorization in the United States, United Kingdom, or Germany.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 USD annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Remote, with Munich, Bavaria, Germany as the primary location.