Partner Sales Engineer - Chainguard

Chainguard is building the future of secure software supply chains by delivering secure-by-default container images, helm charts, and language libraries alongside developer tools that eliminate vulnerabilities before software reaches production.

We are looking for a Partner Sales Engineer (PSE) to help enable and scale our partner ecosystem by building technical champions, developing integrations, and accelerating partner-led adoption of Chainguard solutions.

What You'll Do

• Build Partner Technical Champions: Enable technical teams across cloud providers, VARs/SIs, and technology partners through workshops, training programs, and hands-on labs. Develop reusable partner assets including reference architectures, demos, and solution playbooks.
• Drive Integrations and Architecture: Work with partners and internal teams to design secure cloud-native architectures that incorporate Chainguard into DevOps, platform engineering, and security workflows.
• Develop Joint Partner Solutions: Co-create partner-led services and offerings that help customers adopt Chainguard solutions. Partner closely with Sales and Partner Managers to identify deals and grow partner-influenced revenue.
• Support Strategic Partner Relationships: Engage with partner technical leaders and executives to align on technical roadmaps and solution strategies.
• Maintain Strong Partner Engagement: Run ongoing enablement sessions, workshops, and joint technical activities to ensure partners remain engaged and capable of delivering Chainguard solutions.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years in Solutions Engineering, Partner Solutions Architecture, or Sales Engineering
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Hands-on experience with containers, Kubernetes, or cloud-native infrastructure
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, platform engineering, or cloud security
• Experience enabling partners through technical training or solution development
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical topics to both engineers and business stakeholders
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Nice to Have

• Technical evangelism and storytelling skills
• High emotional intelligence and relationship building
• Collaborative cross-functional leadership

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible & Remote-First Culture: Work remotely with team meetup opportunities, bi-annual destination summits, and a monthly stipend for coworking spaces, phone, and internet costs.
• Our Approach to Equity: Receive stock options upon hire and promotion with 10 years to exercise options.
• Health Insurance: 100% coverage of health, vision, and dental insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• Flexible Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and reset.
• Paid Parental Leave: 18 weeks for birthing parents and 12 weeks for non-birthing parents.