SVP, Global Solutions Sales Engineering (San Francisco)

About Us:Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), transforming how work gets done with AI-powered automation. Its APA system, built on the industry’s first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) and specialized AI agents, combines process discovery, RPA, end-to-end orchestration, document processing, and analytics—all delivered with enterprise-grade security and governance. Guided by its vision to fuel the future of work, Automation Anywhere helps organizations worldwide boost productivity, accelerate growth, and unleash human potential.Our opportunity:As Senior Vice President of Solutions Sales Engineering, you will sit at the intersection of technical excellence and executive strategy, owning the global pre-sales function and serving as a key voice in shaping company direction. Reporting directly to the COO, you will build and lead a world-class, distributed organization of solutions engineers and regional SE leaders, driving the enterprise-wide adoption of Agentic Process Automation across marquee accounts worldwide.This is a C-suite-adjacent leadership role that demands equal command of C-level credibility and deep technical authority. You will be the company’s most senior technical voice in the field—championing the transformative potential of AI and Automation, influencing product strategy, and forging executive relationships at the largest enterprises globally. You will be a key architect of the company’s go-to-market engine, driving revenue at scale while elevating the function from pre-sales support to a strategic growth lever.Who you’ll report to: This position will report to our Chief Operating Officer (COO)Location: Hybrid role – Regular onsite workdays in our San Jose, CA required, extensive global travel requiredYou will make an impact by being responsible for:Define and execute the global vision, operating model, and multi-year growth strategy for the Solutions Engineering organization across all regions, channels, and market segmentsBuild, scale, and inspire a tiered leadership organization comprising regional SE directors, practice leads, and distributed solution engineers delivering pre-sales excellence across direct, partner, and alliances channels worldwidePartner with the CRO, regional revenue presidents, and C-suite peers to shape go-to-market strategy, pipeline health, and the commercial motion required to win at enterprise scaleTrack, own and deliver against global metrics: win velocity, win rates, win/loss, number of wins by region, strategic/enterprise customers as well as SE team utilization and productivityEstablish the frameworks, engagement models, and field artifacts that govern how Solutions Engineering operates across distinct regional markets, ensuring global consistency with local relevanceLead from the front and serve as an executive sponsor and ultimate technical authority in the highest-stakes customer pursuits, personally engaging with C-level and board-level stakeholders at strategic accountsDrive executive-level influence over the product roadmap—translating patterns from the field into product strategy, ensuring our platform roadmap reflects global enterprise demand and accelerates competitive differentiationChampion a culture of deep domain expertise, intellectual curiosity, and continuous enablement across the SE organization—developing the next generation of technical leadersUse AI to create a more efficient and effective SE organizationOwn the full talent lifecycle for the global SE organization: headcount planning, executive hiring, succession planning, performance management, and compensation strategyRepresent the company at industry forums, analyst briefings, and executive customer events as a thought leader in AI, Automation, and enterprise digital transformationYou will be a great fit if you have:20+ years of overall experience, including 8+ years in senior pre-sales or sales engineering leadership within enterprise SaaS, with direct responsibility for global or multi-regional organizationsProven track record of leading and scaling high-performing global Solutions Engineering or Pre-Sales organizations—ideally from $500M to $1B+ revenue environmentsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline required; MBA or advanced technical degree strongly preferredDemonstrated success owning revenue outcomes as an SE leader—with measurable impact on win rates, deal velocity, and ACV expansionExecutive presence and C-level fluency: proven ability to engage, influence, and close at the CXO and board level across Fortune 500 and global enterprise accountsExperience driving cross-functional strategy as a member or peer of the executive leadership team, including product influence, M&A technical diligence, and company-level go-to-market planningWillingness and ability to travel globally at the pace required by a senior field executive role (up to 50%)You excel in these key competencies:Strategic vision and the operational rigor to translate it into quarterly execution across a large, distributed organizationDeep mastery of the AI, Automation, and Agentic Process Automation market—recognized externally as a thought leader and practitionerProven ability to operate at altitude (board and C-suite) while maintaining credibility on the technical depth required to lead an engineering-oriented organizationExperience building and scaling practices within a Big 4 / global consulting context, or equivalent enterprise advisory background with a track record of driving large-scale digital transformationSophisticated understanding of enterprise cloud platforms and complex integration environments, with the ability to translate technical architecture into business valueExceptional executive communication skills—written, verbal, and in high-stakes presentations—with the ability to command a room and inspire confidence at every level of a customer organizationStrong commercial instincts: able to size opportunities, architect deals, and align Solutions Engineering motion to revenue accelerationChange leadership capability: drives transformation, builds organizational resilience, and creates alignment in ambiguous, fast-moving environmentsCoach and talent magnet: known for attracting top-tier technical talent and developing leaders who go on to hold VP and SVP rolesThe salary range or on-target earnings (base salary + on-target commissions/incentives) for this position is $475,000 - $500,000 a year. The salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors. This position is also eligible for equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.Ready to Revolutionize Work? Join Us.This is an opportunity to work with a global, passionate team pioneering technology that’s redefining the way people work, everywhere. Join us and discover the many ways that you can have an impact, achieve your potential, and go be great.#LI-JS1Benefits and perks you’ll appreciate:Flexible work schedule / remote rolesUnlimited Personal Time Off12 holidays off per year4 days volunteer time off per year Eligible for 4 company Achievement days off per yearVariety of health care and well-being benefitsPaid family/parental leaveWe are a designated “Best Place to Work” for 2 years in a row! Learn more hereNewsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces in America 2023 – Learn more hereAutomation Anywhere is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email View email address on apply.placed-app.com. At this time, we typically do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates should generally be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.All unsolicited resumes submitted to any @automationanywhere.com email address, whether submitted by an individual or by an agency, will not be eligible for an agency fee.SummaryLocation: San Jose, California; San Francisco, CaliforniaType: Full time