About Confluent
The leading data streaming platform for enterprises
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2014, built on Apache Kafka technology
- Raised $455.9 million in Series D funding
- Headquartered in Mountain View, California
- 1,001+ employees dedicated to data streaming solutions
Confluent, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, is a leading data streaming platform built on the open-source Apache Kafka project. With over 1,001 employees, Confluent has raised $455.9 million in funding and serves a diverse range of enterprise customers, providing real-...
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Solutions Engineer • Lead
Overview
Confluent is hiring a Manager of Solutions Engineering to lead a team of Enterprise Solutions Engineers. You'll be responsible for creating a thriving environment for your team while partnering with sales leadership. This role requires strong technical leadership and customer engagement skills.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a proven track record in leading technical teams, ideally with experience in solutions engineering or a related field. Your ability to foster a collaborative environment is key — you understand the importance of coaching and development for your team members, ensuring they have the tools and support to excel in their roles. You are customer-focused, always advocating for their needs while balancing the goals of the business. Your strategic mindset allows you to define account strategies effectively, aligning your team's efforts with broader sales objectives. You thrive in a dynamic environment where you can ask hard questions and provide honest feedback, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
Desirable
Experience in data streaming technologies or similar fields would be a plus. Familiarity with sales processes and customer engagement strategies can enhance your effectiveness in this role.
What you'll do
As the Manager of Solutions Engineering, you will lead a team of Enterprise Solutions Engineers, guiding them in their customer engagements and ensuring they deliver high-quality solutions. You will collaborate closely with the sales leadership team, defining account strategies and orchestrating team alignment to meet business growth objectives. Your role will involve setting clear goals for your team, providing coaching and development opportunities, and fostering an environment where innovative ideas can flourish. You will also engage directly with customers, building strong relationships and advocating for their needs to ensure their success with Confluent's platform. Your insights will help shape the technical direction of customer solutions, driving both customer satisfaction and company growth.
What we offer
Confluent offers a supportive and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead a talented team and make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in rewriting how data moves and what the world can do with it.
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