Head of Field Engineering – North America

About the role

As Head of Field Engineering at Semgrep, you’ll lead the Commercial and Enterprise Solutions Engineering organization during a pivotal growth stage. You’ll define how the global Solutions Engineering function scales, build a consistent operating model, and raise the standard of technical sales execution.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and scale the global Digital Native and Enterprise Solutions Engineering teams.
• Recruit, retain, and develop high‑performing SE talent and future frontline leaders.
• Partner with Sales leadership on coverage, capacity, hiring priorities, and organizational design.
• Own technical pipeline health, deal strategy, forecast accuracy, and revenue outcomes.
• Establish standards for technical qualification, discovery, demos, POVs, and executive engagement.
• Shape go‑to‑market and product strategy by translating customer feedback into insights.

Required profile

• 7+ years in Solutions Engineering, Sales Engineering, or similar technical sales function.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, preferably in a high‑growth startup.
• Proven success hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing technical sales talent.
• Strong sales acumen with experience in pipeline management, forecasting, and revenue accountability.
• Background in cybersecurity, application security, DevSecOps, or related technical markets.

Required skills

• Static analysis
• Code scanning
• Software security
• Security testing tools
• Cybersecurity
• Application security
• DevSecOps
• Developer tooling

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $222,000–$277,000 with uncapped OTE up to $396,000.
• Equity participation and a comprehensive, market‑aligned benefits program.