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Solutions Engineer
Jobs & Salaries in São Paulo

Live salary benchmarks, sector growth data, and premium opportunities for Pre-Sales professionals in São Paulo.

Average OTEBRL 180,000
Cost of Living75/100
Growth Index+12%

Entry Base

BRL 127,000

Senior Median

BRL 280,000

Active Sections

3 Sectors

Local Network

1,200+ SEs

Salary Benchmarks 2026

Real-world OTE (On-Target Earnings) data parsed from professional networks and local hiring trends in São Paulo.

By Seniority

0-2 years (BRL)BRL 127,000
3-5 years (BRL)BRL 180,000
6-8 years (BRL)BRL 280,000
9+ years (BRL)BRL 450,000

Industry Premium

Financial TechMarket Multiplier
1.3x
Agricultural TechMarket Multiplier
1.1x
Retail & MarketplaceMarket Multiplier
1.15x
Total Compensation Tip

In São Paulo, top-tier SEs often negotiate 70/30 base-to-bonus splits + equity.

Visa & Market Entry

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VITEM V (Work Visa)

High Approval

Standard work visa for foreign professionals.

Key Requirements
  • contract:Employment contract with Brazilian entity
  • qualifications:Relevant degree and experience
  • processing Time:1-3 months
Path Benefits
Residency for contract duration (up to 2 years renewable)Path to permanent residency

Digital Nomad Visa

High Approval

For remote workers of foreign companies.

Key Requirements
  • income:$1,500/month or $18,000 bank savings
  • contract:Employment outside Brazil
  • processing Time:1 month
Path Benefits

Market Pulse

Ecosystem Value$100+ billion
Total Tech Roles200,000
Startups4,000
Unicorns15

Core Tech Stack

AWSK8sSaaSPythonReactAI/ML

Vertical Growth

Fintech
E-commerce
AgTech
Logistics
HealthTech

"FinTech and AI-infrastructure are the fastest growing segments for Solutions Engineers in São Paulo as of Q1 2026."

SE Resources

2026 Salary ReportInterview Toolkit

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