Thomas Schaefer
About Thomas Schaefer
Thomas Schaefer is the Director of Sales Engineering at Uniphore, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in presales and solutions roles, particularly in the EMEA and APAC regions, with a career that includes significant positions at Jacada and Tieto.
Current Role at Uniphore
Thomas Schaefer serves as the Director of Sales Engineering at Uniphore, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading sales engineering initiatives in Germany. His focus includes driving technical sales strategies and supporting the sales team with his extensive expertise in presales and solutions.
Previous Experience at Jacada
Prior to his current role, Thomas Schaefer worked at Jacada in various capacities from 2007 to 2020. His positions included Director Presales EMEA & APAC, Director Solutions, Development Manager, and Director Professional Services Germany. His tenure at Jacada allowed him to develop a strong foundation in presales and solutions roles, particularly within the EMEA and APAC regions.
Consulting Background
Thomas Schaefer began his career as a Consultant at Tieto from 2006 to 2007. He also worked briefly at ibi research an der Universität Regensburg GmbH in 2007. These early roles contributed to his understanding of consulting and technical solutions, which he later applied in his positions at Jacada and Uniphore.
Educational Qualifications
Thomas Schaefer studied at Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Regensburg, where he earned a degree in Wirtschaftsinformatik in 2006. His education provided him with a solid foundation in information systems and business, which has been integral to his career in sales engineering and consulting.
Technical Expertise
Thomas Schaefer possesses expertise in Jacada Software, Java, J2EE, and Bea Weblogic. His technical skills have supported his roles in sales engineering and professional services management, enabling him to effectively address client needs and lead technical teams.