Lead Solution Engineer - MuleSoft

MuleSoft, a Salesforce company, is seeking a Lead Solution Engineer to join their growing team in Japan. This role combines technical expertise with customer-facing responsibilities, focusing on helping organizations achieve digital transformation through MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform. The position requires deep technical knowledge in enterprise integration, middleware, and API technologies, along with strong pre-sales capabilities.

The ideal candidate will serve as a technical advisor to prospective customers, demonstrating how MuleSoft's composable architecture can enable agile and rapid system delivery. Working closely with Account Executives, you'll be responsible for evaluating technical requirements, understanding customer decision-making processes, and driving deals to closure. The role demands expertise in enterprise messaging, system integration, and cloud technologies, with practical Java development experience being highly valued.

Success in this role requires a unique blend of technical depth and business acumen. Within the first 6 months, you'll be expected to obtain MuleSoft developer certification and lead system architecture discussions. By 12 months, you should master all product knowledge, create and utilize self-service assets, and independently drive technical discussions with customers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned technical professional who enjoys customer interaction and wants to impact digital transformation at enterprise scale. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge integration technologies and the chance to work with major enterprises across Japan. While based in Tokyo, the position may require travel to support regional customers and activities.