Full-Time

Enterprise Solution Engineer

Updated on 11/19/2024

Niantic

Niantic

501-1,000 employees

Develops augmented reality games and experiences

VR & AR
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$170.1k - $189kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Junior, Mid

Bellevue, WA, USA

Hybrid work schedule allows for a mix of remote and in-office work.

Category
Solution Engineering
Sales & Solution Engineering
Requirements
  • BA or equivalent experience in engineering, computer science or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a sales engineer or in a similar technical sales role.
  • Strong technical background and ability to understand sophisticated technical concepts and effectively communicate them to developers and non-developers.
  • Demonstrable experience in communicating technical products and services to customers, providing expert advice and addressing customer queries.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and establish positive relationships with customers and internal teams.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify customer needs and propose innovative solutions.
  • Self-motivated and driven with a proven track record of consistently meeting or surpassing sales targets and achieving favorable outcomes.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Willingness to travel as required.
  • Deep understanding of geospatial and/or mapping services (Plus if...).
  • Experience with AR, and/or VR technologies (Plus if...).
  • Experience with developer products (e.g. SDKs) (Plus if).
Responsibilities
  • Understand our product/service’s technical features, functionalities and benefits.
  • Study customer needs and business challenges and build customized proposals with the business and product teams.
  • Conduct product demonstrations to showcase key features and functionalities and guide customers through the adoption and implementation process.
  • Shape Niantic product strategy and direction and stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics and competitor offerings.
  • Liaise with the engineering or technical team to prioritize concerns or requirements.
  • Develop and deliver technical sales documentation, including technical specifications and product training sessions.
  • Collaborate internally to gather technical requirements and ensure the successful implementation of solutions.
  • Give active feedback and insights from the market to the product development and marketing team.
  • Contribute to building the business and the team.
  • Provide pre-sales support by answering technical inquiries and participating customer engagements.
  • Participate in trade shows and industry events to promote our the Niantic Spatial Platform.
  • Collaborate with the team in-person and in-office two days per week.

Niantic creates augmented reality (AR) experiences that combine the digital and real worlds, encouraging users to explore and interact with their environment. Their popular AR games, such as Pokémon GO and Ingress, engage millions of players globally, promoting outdoor activity and social connections. Niantic's products work by using mobile devices to overlay digital content onto real-world locations, allowing players to participate in interactive challenges and events. Unlike many competitors, Niantic focuses on fostering community engagement and physical exploration through their games. The company's goal is to enhance real-world experiences through technology, making gaming a more active and social endeavor.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$753.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Niantic's popular AR games like Pokémon GO have a massive global user base, ensuring a steady stream of revenue from in-app purchases and sponsorships.
  • The launch of new features and events, such as the Shared Skies season and the introduction of Gigantamax Pokémon, keeps the user base engaged and attracts new players.
  • Their new 'Studio' interface for web-based XR development and 3D creation opens up additional opportunities for innovation and revenue.

What critics are saying

  • The AR gaming market is highly competitive, with new entrants potentially diluting Niantic's market share.
  • Dependence on the success of a few flagship games like Pokémon GO could pose a risk if user interest wanes.

What makes Niantic unique

  • Niantic's focus on augmented reality games that encourage outdoor activity and social interaction sets it apart from traditional mobile gaming companies.
  • Their Lightship platform not only powers their own games but also provides a revenue stream by enabling other developers to create AR applications.
  • Niantic's strategic partnerships with companies like Google Play and 100 Thieves enhance their market presence and offer unique in-game experiences.

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