Common interview questions
The sales engineer interview experience can sometimes be long and demanding, but finding the right fit makes it all worthwhile in the end. The number of interviews can range from three to more than five. I once went through eight interviews, which included a presentation to a team of sales engineers, before receiving an offer. Eight interviews might sound like a lot, but sales engineers must integrate seamlessly into the teams they’ll be working with and supporting. In a role where relationships can make or break a sale, cultural fit is as important as technical fit.
Throughout the process, you should expect to speak to any combination of sales reps and sales leaders, sales engineers and sales engineering leaders, a member of the human resources team, and maybe even members of the company’s customer success and product organizations. Some interviews will be one-on-one, and others will be with a panel. The ultimate key to crushing the interview...
