Senior Product Presales Engineer / Security Solutions Architect (CCTV)

Introduction

Vacancy Type: Fixed-Term Contract (1 Year) with 3-Month Probation Period (Possibility of Permanent Employment Based on Performance)

Location: Woodmead, Sandton / Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary: R35,000 – R75,000 budget per month (Cost to Company, including allowances, depending on experience, depending on final interview outcome)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled, solution-oriented Senior Product Presales Engineer / Security Solutions Architect to lead end-to-end technical solution design, presales activities, and RFP/tender responses within the electronic security, video surveillance, and critical infrastructure sectors.

In this role, you will act as a principal technical advisor, bridging the gap between sales teams, consultants, system integrators, and key stakeholders. You will drive high-level technical presentations, product positioning, and proof-of-concept (POC) demonstrations—taking complex projects seamlessly from initial requirement analysis and solution architecture to BOQ creation, tender submission, and project implementation support.

Duties & Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Design: Design end-to-end, integrated electronic security and ICT solutions tailored for large-scale enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure projects (covering CCTV/IP Video, VMS, AI Video Analytics, ANPR, Access Control, Intrusion, Perimeter Protection, Command Centres, storage, and networking).

Presales & Tender Support: Lead technical engagement for RFPs, RFQs, and government/enterprise tenders. Prepare detailed system architecture diagrams, technical specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and compliance matrices.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct requirement analysis, site surveys, technical presentations, and live POCs. Present complex concepts clearly to both technical engineers and C-level executive stakeholders.

Product Positioning & Competitor Analysis: Conduct testing, benchmarking, and comparative analysis between internal and competitor products to support strategic marketing initiatives, product messaging, and market positioning.

Product Launches & Go-To-Market: Develop and review technical marketing collaterals, product specifications, visual materials, and solution overviews. Represent the company at industry trade shows and events.

Integration & Lifecycle Support: Integrate security platforms with enterprise IT/network infrastructure and third-party systems. Provide technical oversight throughout the sales and project delivery lifecycle.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

Experience

Minimum 5–8+ years of technical sales, presales engineering, solution architecture, or technical consulting experience within the video surveillance, security, or ICT systems integration industries.

Proven track record in executing large-scale, high-value enterprise or government tender processes.

Technical Domain Expertise

In-depth understanding of CCTV equipment, IP video systems, VMS, AI analytics, ANPR, storage/transmission, intercom, and access control.

Experience with network infrastructure, Command Centre architectures, and third-party integrations.

Tools & Software

Proficiency in technical and visual presentation tools, including Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, video editing tools).

Hands-on experience with system design and BOQ generation tools.

Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, project coordination, multi-stakeholder management, and advanced problem-solving capabilities.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Target Backgrounds

We strongly encourage candidates with prior experience from major security integrators, electronic security manufacturers, ITS, smart-city, or critical infrastructure companies to apply.

• Target Industry Experience: Proven track record delivering projects in Government, Safe City, Rail & Transportation, Ports & Airports, Banking, Mining, and Critical Infrastructure.

Core Competency: The ability to independently navigate the entire project lifecycle: Requirement Analysis → Solution Architecture → BOQ → Tender/Proposal → POC → Customer Presentation → Project Implementation.