Associate Solution Engineer (New Grad)

Salesforce • Chicago, IL

313d • $73,499 - $80,924

About The Position

The Associate Solution Engineer (New Grad) position is part of Salesforce's Futureforce University Recruiting program, which is dedicated to attracting, retaining, and cultivating talent. This role is designed for recent graduates who will work on real projects that impact the business. The Solution Engineer, also known as a Pre-Sales Engineer or Sales Consultant, is responsible for presenting product offerings and architecture to prospects and customers, ensuring confidence in the company's technology infrastructure. The position requires a strong desire to leverage technical and sales skills to develop a technical sales strategy and demonstrate solutions that provide business value. The role includes participation in hands-on product workshops, assisting sales teams with product demos, and responding to customer requirements. The position is office-based but requires flexibility to travel to customer sites.

Requirements

• Recent graduate (graduation within 12 months of the listed start date) with a major or minor in Computing/STEM, Informatics, Business, Computer Science, Management, Software Engineering, MIS or equivalent.
• Completed a degree with a combination of business and technical subjects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for helping people through technology.
• Inquisitive, curious, and determined approach to work.
• Technology enthusiast excited by constant innovation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Salesforce applications and technology.
• Familiarity with sales processes and customer engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hands-on product workshops and education sessions.
• Assist sales teams with product demo design, build, and delivery.
• Assist sales teams in responses to customer RFPs and requirements documents.
• Work closely with other groups within Salesforce to develop and execute solutions programs and initiatives.
• Participate in all appropriate product, sales, and procedural training and certification.
• Cover trade show booth shifts, answering technical questions and demonstrating Salesforce solutions.
• Attain quarterly and annual objectives assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range based on location and experience.
• Incentive compensation and equity opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree