Field Sales Engineer

Axis Communications

. Assist Sales with technical solutions support for pre-sales opportunities across the Axis product portfolio .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMontreal • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$90,000 - CA$112,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical solutions support for pre-sales opportunities, with strong capabilities in networking, technical writing, and bilingual communication in French and English. Proven ability to engage with customers and deliver effective presentations and training.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bilingual In French And EnglishNetworking KnowledgeTechnical Writing SkillsCustomer-Facing ExperienceBachelor's Degree In Information Technology

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Hard Skills

TCP/IPTransport ProtocolsSystem Design RecommendationsTechnical Sales Materials PreparationTroubleshootingDesign Documentation SkillsVideo TopologiesAudio TopologiesNetwork TopologiesProject Management

Soft Skills

Verbal Communication SkillsListening SkillsPublic SpeakingPresentation SkillsResourcefulness

Industry Keywords

Physical SecurityIT MarketsCustomer InteractionField Sales EngineeringIntegrationSecurity And Information Risk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Sales with technical solutions support for pre-sales opportunities across the Axis product portfolio
Provide pre-sales engineering and support
Prepare technical sales materials
Develop system design recommendations
Present demos and training seminars on-site and through webinars
Coordinate on-site visits, surveys, proof of concept, and trial installations
Provide in-depth on-site troubleshooting and solutions
Work cohesively with Regional Sales Managers and sales support
Act as backup to other Axis Field Sales Engineers as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned
Travel within the assigned region up to 50% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fully bilingual in French and English (written and verbal) is required
Strong knowledge of physical security and IT markets
Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, transport protocols, switches, infrastructure, and troubleshooting
Mature, professional verbal and listening skills
Proven reputation of positive customer interaction
Strong technical writing, public speaking, and presentation skills
Solid technical writing skills, especially white papers, manuals, and instructions
Design documentation skills for video, audio, and network topologies
Resourceful and flexible
Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary diploma in information technology, networking, computer science, or security and information risk management
3+ years’ industry experience in customer-facing roles related to systems design, engineering, project management, integration, and/or development
Ability to lift 20–40 lbs occasionally
Ability to climb and stand on ladders or lifts for extended periods
Ability to work at heights, including ceilings, ladders, and rooftops
Access to a vehicle for occasional site visits and meetings outside the office
Successful completion of applicable background checks where required
Must be based in Montreal, Quebec, or the surrounding area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Continuous learning opportunities
Training programs
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunity to visit headquarters in Sweden
Sabbatical program: a paid sabbatical every 5 years
Support from leadership and colleagues