Senior Sales Engineer / Solution Architect – GenAI & Automotive Solutions at Cerence

Ulm, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong background in solution engineering or architecture, ideally in AI or automotive
  • Hands-on experience with GenAI technologies such as LLMs, SLMs, retrieval-augmented generation, orchestration frameworks
  • Solid foundation in software engineering and cloud platforms
  • Excellent communication skills in English, German a plus
  • Passion for GenAI and emerging technologies
  • Willingness to travel and engage with customers globally

Responsibilities

  • Partner with customers to understand their needs and design tailored GenAI-powered solutions
  • Lead proposals, demos, and PoCs that showcase the power of Cerence’s GenAI technologies
  • Act as technical design authority from pre-sales through delivery in close alignment with Professional Services and Project Management
  • Collaborate across Sales, Product, and Engineering to bring innovative solutions to market
  • Define global best practices, architectures, and playbooks for applying LLMs, SLMs, and other GenAI approaches
  • Provide feedback to product teams to help shape the future of our offerings

Skills

LLMs
SLMs
Retrieval-Augmented Generation
Orchestration Frameworks
Software Engineering
Cloud Platforms
GenAI
Solution Architecture
Proof of Concepts
Automotive Solutions

Cerence

AI solutions for automotive in-car experiences

About Cerence

Cerence develops AI-powered solutions specifically for the automotive industry, focusing on improving the in-car experience for drivers and passengers. Their products include voice recognition systems and AI-driven assistants that enhance entertainment, connectivity, and safety while driving. Cerence collaborates with major automotive manufacturers to integrate these technologies into vehicles, such as the Mercedes Benz User Experience. Unlike many competitors, Cerence emphasizes a comprehensive approach that includes ongoing support and upgrades, ensuring their technology adapts to trends like smart cities and electric vehicles. The company's goal is to transform transportation and shape the future of mobility through innovative and user-friendly solutions.

Burlington, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$190MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from SoundHound threatens Cerence's market share.
Voice AI payments trend pressures Cerence to expand beyond automotive.
CEO Brian Krzanich's appointment may lead to disruptive strategic shifts.

Differentiation

Cerence specializes in AI-powered solutions for the automotive industry.
The company collaborates with industry leaders like Nuance and Daimler.
Cerence's solutions include voice recognition and AI-driven assistants.

Upsides

Cerence's partnership with Mapbox enhances voice-powered navigation for cars.
The introduction of CaLLM Edge positions Cerence as a leader in automotive AI.
Growing two-wheeler market offers expansion opportunities for Cerence Ride.

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