Sales Engineer Salary in Germany
The median base salary for Sales Engineers in Germany is €92,996 and an OTE of €125,918. Data updated on 06/17/2025.
Median Base Salary
€92,996
Median On-Target Earnings
€125,918
Top Performer Earning Potential
€214,768
Current % that Attain Quota
30.0%
Distribution of Earnings
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Percent that Attain Quota
See the % of Sales Engineers to hit quota in the last 12 months.
Highest Paying Companies for Sales Engineers in Germany
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Sales Engineer in Germany earn a median base salary of €91,861 and median on-target earnings of €126,530. Top performers can earn up to €214,768 annually.
It's estimated that 30.0% of Sales Engineers in Germany hit quota in the last 12 months, with an average deal size of €229,681.
Germany Sales Engineer salaries are -5% below the national median base salary and 1% above the US median OTE.
Sales Engineer salaries in Germany typically range from €71,981 to €114,180 for base salary, with total earnings potential ranging from €98,736 to €154,235.
A Sales Engineer bridges the gap between technical product knowledge and customer requirements. They assist Account Executives and customers in understanding product capabilities, conduct demonstrations, and help design customized solutions that address intricate client needs.
Sales Engineers typically receive a base salary plus performance-based bonuses tied to closed deals and solution adoption rates. Their compensation reflects both their technical expertise and their influence on revenue generation through solution design.
Sales Engineers can progress into roles like Senior Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, or even Product Manager. Some move into Technical Account Management or Sales Leadership, overseeing technical sales strategies and guiding cross-functional engineering teams.