Senior Solutions Architect

Location :

Remote, United States

Employment Type : FullTime

Location Type : Remote

Department : Customer Solutions

Compensation :

$136.7K - $160.7K | Offers Equity | Offers Commission

At Confluent, we prioritize competitive pay and benefits that align with industry standards. We carefully evaluate various factors to determine compensation, including work history, education, and experience. Actual pay may differ based on your skills and qualifications. Additionally, Confluent provides a comprehensive range of employee benefits.

About Us

At Confluent, we are transforming how data flows and enabling companies to unlock its full potential. Our innovative platform streams information in near real-time, allowing businesses to react swiftly, build smarter solutions, and deliver dynamic experiences.

We are looking for individuals who are inquisitive, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a greater purpose. We value teamwork and an environment free of egos, where everyone’s insights are valued.

Role Overview

As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will play a vital role in the sales process by evaluating client needs and delivering ongoing value realization. Partnering with Account Executives, you will serve as the key technical advisor for our clients, identifying their business needs and proposing effective technical solutions. You'll also lead discussions that inspire clients to adopt innovative data-streaming technologies and address any technical obstacles they may face.

Your Responsibilities

Drive innovative Data Streaming use cases from initial concept through Go-Live.

Lead and execute Technical Proofs of Concept.

Facilitate Discovery & Whiteboard Sessions to explore new use cases.

Provide Thought Leadership by delivering Technical Talks and Workshops.

Support customers with hands-on guidance and best practices to enhance their operational maturity with Confluent.

Analyze customer consumption trends to identify optimization opportunities.

Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering teams and advocate for our product across the customer and industry landscape.

Build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders and serve as a trusted partner.

Your Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Solutions Engineering or related fields.

Knowledge of Event-Driven architecture, Data Integration & Processing Techniques, and Database / Data Warehouse technologies.

Experience with Cloud Architecture, Migrations, and Application Development.

Familiarity with Automation, GitOps, and Kubernetes.

Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or SQL.

Technical certifications in Cloud Development / Architecture and Data Engineering & Integration.

Strong self-starter mentality with a passion for learning and tackling challenging technical problems.

Outstanding presentation and communication skills.

Confidence presenting to diverse audiences from developers to C-level executives.

Ready to shape the future? Join us at Confluent!

Our Commitment to Diversity

We believe in fostering a culture of belonging. Our team is made up of individuals from various backgrounds and time zones, as we know that the best ideas emerge from diverse perspectives. We celebrate inclusion and ensure everyone has the opportunity to lead, grow, and redefine what's possible.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based solely on job-related criteria, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.