A unique opportunity to join a company aiming to make a difference in the business world! Windward combines AI, big data, and maritime expertise to provide government, national security, and intelligence agencies with an in-depth understanding of the maritime landscape.
We are seeking an experienced Solution Engineer to join our government team based in Washington DC. In this role, you will collaborate with our sales directors to build new business relationships and achieve targeted revenue objectives with the US Federal market.
Our work environment is dynamic, enjoyable, and fast-paced, enabling you to take initiative and grow with the company.
What you'll do
Lead the technical side of the sales process, helping convert prospects into customers.
Serve as a subject matter expert on Windward’s solutions for government agencies.
Lead client discovery process to identify pain points, assess product fit, and uncover opportunities.
Design tailored solutions aligned with client needs to support winning contracts.
Act as the primary technical contact for prospects throughout the sales cycle.
Develop and deliver compelling demos, presentations, trials, and supporting technical materials.
Build and lead Proof of Concept (PoC) and value workshops that support strong business cases and proposals.
Analyze client organizations, requirements, and infrastructure to craft effective RFP/RFI responses.
Requirements
3 years of experience as a Solution Expert / Pre-Sales in a SaaS company selling to government agencies.
Knowledge of government budgetary cycles and processes.
Experience in managing large, successful tender bids.
Strong understanding of geopolitical situations and the corresponding interests of relevant agencies.
Previous experience with API integration and API based solution delivery
Technical Familiarity with Space-based collection platforms for Imagery, Radio Frequency, and other Electronic Intercepts
In-depth understanding of decision-making in government environments.
Willingness to travel as needed (up to 33% of the time).