Decagon

About Decagon

Connecting top African developers with global opportunities

🏢 Tech👥 251-1K📅 Founded 2018📍 Glendale, Arizona, United States

Key Highlights

  • Headquartered in Glendale, Arizona, USA
  • Employs over 500 top-tier software developers
  • Focus on remote work with clients in fintech and SaaS
  • Strong emphasis on professional development and learning

Decagon is a leading tech talent platform headquartered in Glendale, Arizona, specializing in connecting companies with the top 0.5% of software developers in Africa. With a focus on remote work, Decagon has successfully matched skilled engineers with clients across various industries, including fin...

🎁 Benefits

Decagon offers competitive salaries, equity options, flexible remote work arrangements, and generous PTO policies to support work-life balance. They a...

🌟 Culture

Decagon fosters a culture of excellence by prioritizing high-quality talent and ensuring that their developers are equipped with the latest tools and ...

Overview

Decagon is hiring a Director of Solutions Engineering to lead their pre-sales solutions engineering function. You'll engage with complex enterprises to drive adoption of their AI-native platform. This role requires strong technical depth and team leadership skills.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a strong background in solutions engineering with at least 7+ years of experience in a technical leadership role — you've successfully managed teams and driven the adoption of innovative technologies in enterprise environments. Your expertise in AI and machine learning is complemented by your ability to engage with clients and understand their unique needs, allowing you to tailor solutions that deliver real value.

You possess deep knowledge of conversational AI technologies and have experience with large language models (LLMs) — your understanding of prompt engineering and AI-powered solution design enables you to guide your team in creating impactful customer experiences. You are a thought leader in the field, having presented at conferences or published technical content that showcases your insights and expertise.

Your leadership style is collaborative and empowering — you thrive on mentoring and developing your team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. You are adept at establishing scalable processes and best practices for pre-sales engagements, ensuring that your team is equipped to handle complex technical discussions with clients.

What you'll do

As the Director of Solutions Engineering, you will build and lead a high-performing team of Solutions Architects — your primary responsibility will be to drive the adoption of Decagon's AI-native platform across various complex enterprises. You will oversee the hiring, mentoring, and development of your team, ensuring they have the skills and resources needed to succeed.

You will establish and implement scalable processes for pre-sales engagements, working closely with sales and product teams to align technical solutions with customer needs. Your role will involve engaging with clients to understand their challenges and demonstrating how Decagon's technology can transform their customer interactions.

You will also be responsible for providing technical guidance during the sales process, addressing any concerns or questions from potential clients — your ability to communicate complex technical concepts in an accessible manner will be key to building trust and credibility.

In addition, you will collaborate with product development teams to provide feedback on customer needs and help shape the future direction of Decagon's offerings. Your insights will be invaluable in ensuring that the solutions you deliver are not only technically sound but also aligned with market demands.

What we offer

Decagon provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage — we also offer a flexible vacation policy that allows you to take the time you need to recharge. Our in-office culture is complemented by daily lunches, dinners, and snacks, fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment. Join us in redefining customer experiences through cutting-edge AI technology.

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