Solutions Engineer

Who We Are

Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform. A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada helps organizations strengthen safety and efficiency through one connected software platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management.

Over 30,000 organizations worldwide, including more than 100+ companies in the Fortune 500, trust Verkada as their physical security layer for easier management, intelligent control, and scalable deployments. Founded in 2016, Verkada has expanded rapidly with 15 offices and 2,200+ full-time employees.

About the Role

Verkada is seeking Solutions Engineers to own and enhance the customer experience, from the proof-of-concept to the final decision. This technical individual will provide pre-sales engineering support to our sales team, be a trusted advisor to our customers/partners, and play a critical role in designing technical solutions. We are looking for individuals who can match our fast paced environment and learn quickly! You will join a team of highly motivated SEs delivering impactful results for the company using the latest cutting edge technology.

What You'll Do

Be the trusted technical advisor to key customer stakeholders: CTOs, CISOs, IT Executives, Security Engineers, Network Engineers, Head of Physical Security, etc

Utilize your technical expertise to understand and navigate customer requirements

Collaborate with the Sales team to assess and qualify customer opportunities, and contribute to the design of effective technical solutions

Lead product demonstrations and deliver engaging presentations tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences

Act as the Verkada technical Subject Matter Expert, collaborating closely with other departments such as Product, Support, Marketing, and Enablement

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Information and Computer Technology, Cybersecurity, Networking, IT Security, Computer Engineering or related degree from an accredited university

Demonstrate a solid understanding of TCP/IP, TLS, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VLANs and L2 devices

Exhibit outstanding written and verbal communication skills, along with effective presentation abilities

Excellent account management, follow-through, and attention to detail

Entrepreneurial and positive attitude with a strong desire to learn

Experience working with IT infrastructure, Linux operating systems, APIs, Python, and other coding languages preferred

Industry certifications are a plus: Network +, Security+, CCNA, AWS Solutions Architect, etc.

This role requires that you be on-site 5 days a week, with occasional travel

US Employee Benefits

Verkada is committed to fostering a workplace environment that prioritizes the holistic health and wellbeing of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to:

Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans

Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage

Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options

Expanded mental health support

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits

Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time

Professional development stipend

Wellness/fitness benefits

Healthy lunches provided daily

Commuter benefits

Additional Information

You must be independently authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role, at this time.

Annual Pay Range

At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the company. With that in mind, we carefully consider a number of factors to determine the appropriate starting pay for an employee, including their primary work location and an assessment of a candidate's skills and experience, as well as market demands and internal parity. A Verkada employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, depending on their role, including sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs)

Below is the annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position, comprised of base compensation and commissions (if applicable).

Estimated Annual Pay Range

$105,000—$145,000 USD

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