Sales Engineer

blackduck· 2030 - Sales Engineers (GQP)
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📍 Tokyo, JP💰 JPY 8000K–16000K

About this role

Black Duck Software, Inc. helps organizations build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity. Black Duck, a recognized pioneer in application security, provides SAST, SCA, and DAST solutions that enable teams to quickly find and fix vulnerabilities and defects in proprietary code, open source components, and application behavior. With a combination of industry-leading tools, services, and expertise, only Black Duck helps organizations maximize security and quality in DevSecOps and throughout the software development life cycle.

Sales Engineer (Application Security)

Client-Facing | Bilingual (Japanese & English)

Location:        Tokyo, Japan

Work type:     Hybrid

Help shape how the world builds secure software.

At Black Duck, our Sales Engineers play a critical role at the intersection of technology, customer success, and innovation. If you enjoy combining technical depth with customer engagement — and thrive in environments where every conversation can make an impact—this is a role where you can truly stand out.

What You’ll Do

As a Sales Engineer at Black Duck, you will guide customers to success across three key areas:

Technical Sales Partnership

  • Build strong relationships with prospective customers by understanding their technical and business needs
  • Deliver compelling product presentations, demonstrations, and proof-of-concepts
  • Clearly articulate the value of Black Duck solutions in addressing security, quality, and compliance challenges

Technical Account Engagement

  • Support customers throughout their journey, driving successful adoption and long-term satisfaction
  • Partner with customers to plan and scale deployments across enterprise environments
  • Ensure a seamless transition from evaluation to implementation

Thought Leadership

  • Represent Black Duck at industry events, conferences, and seminars
  • Engage with customers, prospects, and peers on the latest trends in application security
  • Contribute to technical communities, forums, and customer knowledge-sharing initiatives

What You Bring

  • Hands-on software development experience in one or more of the following:
    C/C++, Java, C#, Objective-C
  • Experience with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or Perl
  • Prior experience in customer-facing roles (e.g., Sales Engineer, Consultant, Technical Support, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of SDLC, including Agile and CI/CD practices
  • Familiarity with application security, software quality, and security tools
    (Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CSSLP are a plus)
  • A customer-first mindset with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to travel within Japan for customer engagements, as needed
  • Excellent communication skills with native-level Japanese and professional proficiency in English

Why Black Duck?

At Black Duck, you’ll work alongside industry experts and innovative customers who are shaping the future of secure software development. You’ll have the opportunity to influence outcomes, contribute ideas, and grow your career in a collaborative, global environment.

Join us in building the bridge between today’s challenges and tomorrow’s secure software. We look forward to connecting with you.

 

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Pay Range
¥8,000,000—¥16,000,000 JPY

Black Duck is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black Duck complies with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination in every jurisdiction where it operates and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Sales Engineer role at blackduck?
The listed salary for this Sales Engineer position at blackduck is JPY 8000K–16000K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Sales Engineer position at blackduck located?
This Sales Engineer role at blackduck is based in Tokyo, JP. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Sales Engineer at blackduck belong to?
This Sales Engineer position is part of the 2030 - Sales Engineers (GQP) department at blackduck. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Sales Engineer position at blackduck?
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When was the Sales Engineer job at blackduck posted?
This Sales Engineer position at blackduck was posted on Jun 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sales Engineer
blackduck · 💰 JPY 8000K–16000K
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