At Sterlic, we blend cutting-edge scientific research with agile technology development to create transformative solutions in AI, IoT, Web3, quantum and more. Our mission is to bridge the gap between groundbreaking R&D and scalable, market-ready products. We’re seeking a versatile Technical Sales Engineer to drive innovation from concept to commercialization, uniting technical design, customer growth, and investor strategy.

Key Responsibilities

System Design

• Lead cross-functional teams to design system architectures, ensuring alignment with technical requirements.
• Develop product specifications and UI/UX wireframes for internal tools and customer-facing platforms.
• Oversee prototyping and MVP development, collaborating with engineers to balance feasibility and innovation.

Growth Strategy

• Identify and onboard early adopters through targeted campaigns, leveraging social media, industry events, partnerships and more.
• Design end-to-end marketing campaigns to build brand awareness and capture leads.
• Convert high-value customers into strategic investors via equity partnerships or co-development opportunities.

Investor Relations & Fundraising

• Craft compelling pitch decks and whitepapers to secure venture capital, grants, and crowdfunding.
• Build relationships with VCs, angel networks, and government innovation programs.
• Host demo days and webinars to showcase beta products, turning investor interest into pre-orders or equity deals.

Customer Development

• Pilot beta tests with select clients, gathering feedback to refine product-market fit.
• Use CRM tools to manage leads, track conversions, and nurture long-term relationships.
• Design loyalty programs to transform users into brand advocates and micro-investors.

Brand Building

• Produce technical blogs, case studies, and video demos to position the company as a deep tech leader.
• Collaborate with PR teams to secure media coverage.
• Speak at conferences to amplify visibility among innovators and policymakers.

Qualifications

Education:

• Degree in STEM field + MBA or equivalent entrepreneurial experience.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in prototyping tools, data analysis (Python, SQL), and agile workflows and PM.
  Familiarity with deep tech domains (AI/ML APIs, blockchain protocols, IoT stacks).

Growth Skills:

• Expertise in digital marketing (Google Ads, SEO, Meta, etc.), CRM systems, and sales funnels.
  Experience raising capital or managing crowdfunding campaigns.

Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinker with the agility to pivot between technical deep dives and high-stakes pitches.
• Exceptional storytelling to simplify complex tech for diverse audiences.
• Network of contacts in tech, venture capital, or academia.