Sales Engineer

As a Sales Engineer at Optimism, you will play a crucial role in driving adoption of the Superchain. Your primary responsibility will be to collaborate closely with the business development team to convince other teams and projects to build on the Optimism Superchain.

• Technical Expertise: Understand the technical intricacies of Optimism’s Layer 2 solution. Be well-versed in how Superchain works, their benefits, and their integration with Ethereum mainnet.
• Client Engagement: Engage with potential clients, partners, and dApp developers. Articulate the value proposition of Optimism’s technology and how it can address their scalability challenges.
• Solution Presentations: Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations to showcase how Optimism’s Layer 2 solution can enhance their dApps. Highlight cost savings, improved transaction speeds, and reduced gas fees.
• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with clients to understand their specific needs and pain points. Translate these requirements into technical solutions using Optimism’s offerings.
• Proof of Concept (PoC): Work closely with development teams to create PoCs that demonstrate the feasibility and benefits of integrating with Optimism. Provide technical guidance during the PoC phase.
• Documentation: Create clear and concise documentation for clients, including integration guides, best practices, and FAQs related to Optimism’s technology.
• Training and Support: Train clients on how to implement and maintain Optimism’s Layer 2 solution. Provide ongoing technical support during the integration process.

• Blockchain Knowledge:
  • A solid understanding of blockchain technology, particularly Ethereum and Layer 2 solutions.
  • Familiarity with concepts like smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and decentralized applications (dApps).
• Technical Acumen:
  • Ability to grasp the technical intricacies of Optimism’s Layer 2 solution (Optimistic rollups).
  • Proficiency in explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Sales and Communication Skills:
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Capability to deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations.
  • Comfortable engaging with potential clients, partners, and dApp developers.
• Solution Architecture:
  • Experience in sales engineering, technical pre-sales, or solution architecture.
  • Aptitude for translating client requirements into technical solutions using Optimism’s offerings.
• Passion for Decentralization:
  • Genuine interest in decentralized technologies and the future of blockchain.
  • Enthusiasm for driving adoption and scalability within the crypto ecosystem.
• Collaboration and Adaptability:
  • Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including business development and development teams.
  • Adaptability to a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.
• Educational Background:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.