Solutions Engineering Manager - NYC

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 The Solutions Engineering team is looking for an additional SE leader to join our NYC team. The SE manager is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing Select Territory Solution Engineering team. The candidate should be a proven technical leader in a fast-paced environment who is highly motivated, entrepreneurial, with excellent follow-up and follow-through. This role requires that you be on-site at our Manhattan NYC office, 5 days a week. What You'll Do People Leader: Hire, develop, and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing Select Territory Solution Engineering teams Technical Leader: Technical coach, mentor, and problem solver, helping with technical escalations and navigating complex technical solutions Builder: Identify gaps, show initiative, and take ownership to build out programs and processes in support of the SE team Connector: Work cross-functionally to drive improvements and increase communication and collaboration across departments, e.g. sales, product, support, enablement, marketing, etc Career Champion: Develop and grow the team’s skillset through coaching, mentoring, and enablement Travel Requirement: Up to 25% What You Bring Minimum 3+ years of Solutions Engineering leadership experience preferred Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information and Computer Technology, Cybersecurity, IT Security or similar from an accredited university Strong background in IT infrastructure and network/security fundamentals Proven track record in leading high performing sales engineering teams and working closely with sales teams and product teams Experience building out programs and driving high impact projects and initiatives Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and enthusiastic with excellent follow-up and follow-through Based full-time onsite in our Manhattan office 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 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 n ... (truncated, view full listing at source)