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Presales Solution Architect

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in technical pre-sales, solutions engineering, or related customer-facing technical role
  • Strong physical security expertise in Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) and Video Management Systems (VMS)
  • Excellent communication and consultative selling skills
  • A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Engineering, or related discipline

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted advisor for Acre's security solutions across Central Europe
  • Lead technical pre-sales engagements with tailored product demonstrations and workshops
  • Manage and execute Proof of Concepts (PoCs) and define success criteria
  • Develop solution architectures and support bid and tender activities

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Cultural Responsiveness

About the company

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ACRE

Design Services

Acre brands, united! ACRE is now acre security! Reshaping security, together. Find out more here: https://acresecurity.com/ To continue receiving the most up to date news and information follow the Acre security company page here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/18532103/admin/ ACRE is a global leader in the delivery of integrated, intelligent technologies and services. Founded in 2012, ACRE has played an instrumental role in the development and implementation of security technology initiatives on a global scale. ACRE brands include Vanderbilt Industries, RS2 Technologies, ComNet and Open Options. Its ComNet, Open Options, RS2 Technologies and Vanderbilt brands deliver advanced solutions to thousands of customers around the world. The components and systems provided by ACRE’s family of companies, sold through traditional distribution and integration channel partners, help secure the highest valued assets of its end-user clientele, including public and private sector entities, large and small. Today, ACRE employs more than 325 employees in more than 15 countries.

Company details

IndustryDesign Services
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Position: Pre-Sales Solution Architect
Location: Netherlands (Remote)
Territory: Central Europe

Move Security Forward with Acre
Are you passionate about transforming the future of security? Do you thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment where your contributions drive real impact? If so, Acre Security is the place for you. Join us in making the world a safer place, one innovation at a time.

About Acre
At Acre, we're not just building security solutions, we're empowering security professionals to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Since our inception in 2012, Acre has been at the forefront of innovation in access control, visitor management, and intrusion software. Our solutions are trusted by organisations in over 25 countries, delivering smarter, more adaptable, and easier-to-use security technologies that protect what matters most.

Your Impact
We're looking for a talented Pre-Sales Solution Architect to join our Sales Engineering team. In this role, you will:

  • Act as a trusted advisor for Acre's cloud, hybrid, and on-premise security solutions across Central Europe.
  • Design secure and scalable solutions that translate customer requirements into practical business outcomes.
  • Drive successful customer engagements by partnering with sales teams, customers, and channel partners throughout the sales cycle.

What You'll Do
In addition to the above, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Lead technical pre-sales engagements by delivering tailored product demonstrations, technical workshops, and presentations for both technical stakeholders and executive decision-makers.
  • Manage and execute Proof of Concepts (PoCs), defining success criteria and ensuring customers can confidently validate proposed solutions.
  • Develop solution architectures and deployment models, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), architecture diagrams, integration designs, and infrastructure recommendations.
  • Support bid and tender activities by contributing technical content for RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and customer cybersecurity questionnaires.
  • Train and enable channel partners, distributors, and system integrators on product capabilities, installation best practices, and security compliance requirements.
  • Represent Acre at industry events, trade shows, working groups, customer workshops, and partner events.
  • Provide market and customer feedback to Product Management, Marketing, and Customer Support teams to help shape future product development and regional strategy.

What You'll Bring
To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • 5+ years of experience in technical pre-sales, solutions engineering, systems engineering, deployment engineering, or a similar customer-facing technical role.
  • Strong physical security expertise, particularly in Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) and Video Management Systems (VMS).
  • A solid technical foundation, including networking, workstation and server operating systems, database technologies, and cloud-native software architectures.
  • Excellent communication and consultative selling skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value for customers and stakeholders.
  • Professional fluency in English, with proficiency in another European language such as German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Dutch considered highly advantageous.
  • A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, or physical security vendor certifications are considered a strong advantage.
  • Cultural agility and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse European markets and customer environments.

What's in It for You
We strive to do more than just match your ambitions. When you join Acre, you'll have access to a range of exciting opportunities:

  • Be part of a disruptor – Help move security forward with a company that challenges the status quo and redefines industry standards.
  • Learn from industry leaders – Work alongside experts and innovators driving real change in security technology.
  • Drive meaningful impact – Your work will directly contribute to pioneering security technologies that protect businesses and communities worldwide.
  • Advance your career – Access professional development opportunities, including training programmes, mentorship, and industry events.
  • Enjoy competitive rewards – We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits programme that reflects your contributions.

Join the Future of Security
At Acre, we're moving security forward. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, innovative industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Acre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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