Head of Sales Engineering

Michael
Thinschmidt_

Leading global Sales Engineering at Crownpeak.
Design and delivery of high-quality technical DXP solutions.

The Professional

Passionate about designing and delivering high-quality technical solutions that help businesses achieve their digital transformation goals.

I have an analytical mind and an eye for detail, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes that lead to better customer outcomes. My extensive experience in the DXP industry empowers me to stay ahead of the curve and provide innovative solutions.

Currently based in Metropolregion Munich.

17+ Years Experience
BA Web Development
Head Sales Engineering
DXP Expert

Career Milestones

Feb 2025 - Present

Head, Sales Engineering

Crownpeak

Leading a global Sales Engineering team, overseeing international pre-sales activities and collaborating on technical solution design across diverse markets. Focused on enabling the sales team with technical expertise.

Nov 2023 - Jan 2025

Director, Solutions Architecture

Crownpeak

Directed the solutions architecture function, responsible for the strategic design and implementation of DXP solutions.

Feb 2023 - Oct 2023

Manager, Solutions Architecture

Crownpeak

Managed a team of solutions architects, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful delivery of technical solutions.

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023

Technical Lead Solution Engineering

Crownpeak

Led technical pre-sales efforts, acting as the primary technical point of contact for key accounts.

Apr 2019 - Jan 2022

Senior Project Manager

e-Spirit GmbH (Crownpeak)

Managed multiple complex projects from inception to completion. Acted as the main CMS FirstSpirit Architect for global international companies.

Jan 2017 - Mar 2019

Project Manager

e-Spirit GmbH (Crownpeak)

Managed the end-to-end delivery of CMS projects, ensuring high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Jul 2015 - Dec 2016

Senior Consultant & Project Manager

ARITHNEA GmbH

Senior-level consultant and project manager for Enterprise Content Management System projects in Munich und Umgebung.

Apr 2013 - Jun 2015

Consultant & Project Manager

ARITHNEA GmbH

Managed projects and provided software engineering expertise for Enterprise Content Management Systems.

Nov 2011 - Mar 2013

Associate Consultant

ARITHNEA GmbH

Provided project management and software engineering support for web-based Content Management System Applications.

Academic Foundation

BA (Honours), Web Development

Middlesex University (2009 - 2011)

Comprehensive degree focusing on modern web development technologies, user experience design, and full-stack development practices.

Business Information Technology

Fachhochschule Deggendorf (2007 - 2009)

Foundation studies in business technology, covering enterprise systems, database management, and information technology fundamentals.

Ready to Innovate?

Based in Metropolregion Munich, Germany.