About the role As Solution Architect in the Sales Engineering team at Tacton you will be actively involved in our sales process. You will be perceived by the Customer as a trusted technical counterpart, understanding their needs and providing valuable and concrete solutions. You'll become part of a diverse and dynamic team, collaborating with individuals who bring unique backgrounds and experiences to the table. You will report to Johan Jacobsson, VP Sales Engineer. This role will require travel to some extent and you can work remotely from Sweden or Germany. What you will do As a key member of the Sales Engineering team, your role involves leading workshops and technical presentations, highlighting the relevant business values tailored to the customer's context. Your expertise will be central to being able to build strong customer engagement with the aim of building trust and substantiating how our solution meets the unique needs of each customer. As a Solution Architect you will create solution designs that align with customer needs and business goals. You will work closely with the customers to be able to address technical concerns, answer queries, and provide architecture support, ensuring a fantastic customer experience. In addition, your role includes influencing and suggesting changes to customer requirements, strategically positioning Tacton as the strongest vendor. You will enter the opportunities with authority and act as a trusted advisor. Requirements - 5+ years of experience in software companies - Master of Science degree, or equivalent - Previous Solution architecture experience- You should be able to put Tacton solution in context within customer IT infrastructure - Experience with common IT systems such as ERP, CRM, PLM - Experience of working with Saas solutions - SAP VC experience is an advantage - Previous knowledge of CPQ is an advantage. - Previous experience as a Sales Engineer in software companies is an advantage. - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English and German. Who will thrive in this role? As a person, you should have strong business acumen and the ability to understand manufacturing business processes and challenges. You remain at the forefront of industry trends, emerging new technologies, and new ways of working. Your continuous awareness and understanding of the market landscape will contribute to keeping our solutions innovative and competitive. Given the customer-facing nature of the role, proficiency in relationship-building, collaboration, and communication is vital. These skills will empower you to engage effectively with customers, build strong connections, and contribute positively to the team. The recruitment process consists of: - Screening call with Global Talent Acquisition Partner - Personality test and logical ability test - Business interview with our hiring manager - Cultural and background interview with global talent acquisition - Interview with internal partner - Peer meeting - Reference check What we offer A competitive salary and great healthcare package are certainly at the top of the list. How do flexible work hours (as long as you attend remote team meetings), and a great work environment sound? At Tacton you will get the chance to develop your career in an organization that values teamwork and promotes individual growth. We offer a global and open environment working with the latest technology to solve important and complex problems in the manufacturing industry. We offer flexible working conditions, and our teamwork is based on knowledge sharing and professional respect. Most importantly, we put high value on working as a team and having a great time together! Our work culture and why you belong. Collaborative, Engaged, Trustworthy, Customer-Oriented, and Visionary. Do any of these value words resonate with you? If so, we would love to hear more. And value words are only the tip of the iceberg! Our culture is so much more than words on a poster, we are all dedicated to making Tacton a great place to work. We may describe our culture as “casual” with little hierarchy, and no “big egos”. We value effort and celebrate successes. We treat each other kindly and we politely disagree with no hard feelings. You may find that Tactonites come from many different parts of the world, with many different stories and experiences. And we think that this diversity is part of what makes us great! We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an environment that champions diversity. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. As a Tactonite you will be welcomed with open arms (even virtually), and we have a comprehensive onboarding program that lets you get up to speed on everything Tacton does. We look forward to receiving your application. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we consider applications on a rolling basis. About Tacton Tacton is a leading Software as a Service company trusted by global manufacturers. We got started in the late 1990’s when six computer scientists figured out a revolutionary way to help Manufacturers overcome their most business-critical, product configuration challenges. Since those early days, we have grown to support global manufacturers seeking to thrive in a changing world. We invite you to find out more about us @ www.tacton.com/about