Hybrid Sales Engineer, Startups

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Sales Engineer helping startups onboard and scale on Vercel's platform. Engaging with early-stage startups and providing technical guidance and support.

Responsibilities

  • Engage directly with early-stage (pre-series A) startups to educate, support, and onboard them onto Vercel’s platform.
  • Partner with Vercel Startup Programs leader (venture capital firms, accelerators, and ecosystem partners) to identify and activate high-potential pre-A startups.
  • Build scalable activation programs such as webinars, technical workshops, community initiatives, and in-person meetups to facilitate deeper use of Vercel early in the lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Developer Relations to create seamless 1:many and 1:1 startup experiences.
  • Serve as a technical advisor to founders and engineering teams, guiding best practices around deployment, scaling, and optimization.
  • Funnel high-potential startups into the sales organization for white-glove expansion opportunities.
  • Stay ahead of web and AI trends to ensure Vercel remains the platform of choice for the next generation of builders.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in a technical sales, solutions engineering, or startup ecosystem role.
  • Strong technical aptitude — must be a developer or have deep understanding of Next.js, React, and Vercel.
  • Deep curiosity about web technologies and modern frameworks (React, Next.js, etc.).
  • Strong communication skills — able to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and vice versa.
  • Passion for helping startups grow and succeed through technology.
  • Ability to operate independently and think strategically in fast-moving environments.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on driving measurable adoption and engagement outcomes.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package, including equity.
  • Inclusive Healthcare Package.
  • Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills.
  • Flexible Time Off.
  • We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.

Job title

Sales Engineer, Startups

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$180,000 - $275,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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