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Sr. Presales Engineer

MigrationIT

Office

Cairo, Egypt

Full Time

  • Solution Design & Architecture:
    • Collaborate with the sales team and clients to understand business requirements and translate them into robust, scalable, and cost-effective technical solutions utilizing IBM products and services.
    • Design detailed solution architectures for complex engagements across Digital Transformation, Integration, Data & AI, Middleware, and System Engineering.
    • Ensure proposed solutions align with client needs, industry best practices, and IBM's technology roadmap.
  • Technical Presentations & Demonstrations:
    • Prepare and deliver compelling technical presentations, solution overviews, and product demonstrations to prospective clients, adapting content for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    • Showcase the value proposition of IBM solutions in addressing specific client challenges and opportunities.
  • Proof of Concept (POC) Management:
    • Design, plan, and execute Proofs of Concept (POCs) to demonstrate the technical viability and business value of proposed solutions.
    • Document POC outcomes and present findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Proposal & Bid Support:
    • Provide expert technical input and content for proposals, RFPs (Request for Proposals), RFIs (Request for Information), and Statements of Work (SOWs).
    • Work closely with the Presales Manager and Service Delivery Manager to ensure technical accuracy and completeness of all client-facing documentation.
  • Technical Expertise & Learning:
    • Maintain deep technical expertise in relevant IBM technologies and their applications in solving real-world business problems.
    • Stay current with new IBM product releases, industry trends, and competitive offerings.
    • Contribute to the development of presales collateral, demo environments, and best practices.
  • Client Relationship Building:
    • Build and maintain strong technical relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
    • Effectively address client technical queries and concerns throughout the sales cycle.


Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in a presales, solution architecture, or senior technical consulting role, preferably within an IBM-focused environment.
    • Demonstrable hands-on experience and strong technical knowledge of IBM software and/or hardware products in at least three of the following areas:
      • Digital Transformation: Cloud Pak for Integration, Hybrid Cloud, Automation.
      • Integration: API Connect, MQ, App Connect, DataPower.
      • Data & AI: Db2, Cloud Pak for Data, Watson AI, SPSS, Planning Analytics.
      • Middleware: WebSphere Application Server, Liberty, BPM, ODM.
      • System Engineering: IBM Z, LinuxONE, Power Systems (AIX/IBM i/Linux), Storage.
    • Proven track record of participating in successful sales cycles and contributing to deal closures.
  • Technical Skills (Expertise in multiple areas is essential):
    • Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift).
    • Proficiency with various operating systems (Linux, AIX, z/OS, Windows).
    • Familiarity with database concepts and technologies.
    • Experience with scripting or programming languages relevant to IBM products (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Shell Scripting) is a plus.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.
    • Strong presentation and public speaking abilities, with a knack for simplifying complex technical information.
    • Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
    • Highly collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
    • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.

Certifications (Preferred):

  • Relevant IBM Professional Certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Solution Architect, IBM Certified Specialist in specific product areas).
Cloud certifications (e.g., Red Hat OpenShift, IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP).

Benefits

Social Insurance
Medical Insurance

Sr. Presales Engineer

Office

Cairo, Egypt

Full Time

August 18, 2025

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MigrationIT