Solutions Engineer, Early Stage (Remote - U.S.)

Role Overview

At Vanta, we're on a mission to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe continuous security monitoring and verification are essential, and we empower companies to practice better security with ease. We’re seeking a talented and passionate Solutions Engineer to join our team and help us achieve this mission.

As a Solutions Engineer at Vanta, you’ll be at the forefront of our customer interactions, leading technical discussions with key prospects and customers. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our customers can fully leverage Vanta to achieve their security goals. Your expertise will bridge the gap between our product and our customers' needs, driving adoption and ensuring their success.

A Day in the Life

Here’s a glimpse into what your day-to-day might look like:

• Customer Engagement: Leading technical conversations with prospects and customers, understanding their unique needs, and demonstrating how Vanta can address them.
• Product Expertise: Deep diving into Vanta’s product capabilities, integrations, and configurations to provide tailored solutions.
• Collaboration: Working closely with the Sales, Product, and Customer Success teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving technical roadblocks that may hinder customer adoption or success.
• Documentation: Creating product examples, documentation, and other resources to empower our customers.
• Feedback Loop: Providing valuable market feedback to the Product team to help prioritize functionality and drive sales opportunities.

Why Remote - United States?

Vanta embraces a remote-first culture, recognizing the benefits of a distributed team. Being a Solutions Engineer in a remote U.S. location offers several advantages:

• Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S., allowing you to balance your professional and personal life.
• Diverse Perspectives: Contribute to a team with diverse backgrounds and experiences from across the country.
• Expanded Reach: Engage with customers across different time zones and regions, expanding Vanta's reach and impact.
• Focus: Eliminate distractions and create a focused work environment that maximizes productivity.

Career Path

The Solutions Engineer role at Vanta offers a dynamic career path with opportunities for growth and advancement. You might progress to:

• Senior Solutions Engineer: Leading more complex customer engagements and mentoring junior team members.
• Solutions Architect: Designing and implementing comprehensive solutions for enterprise customers.
• Technical Account Manager: Building and maintaining long-term relationships with key customers.
• Sales Engineering Manager: Leading and managing a team of Solutions Engineers.
• Product Management: Contributing to the strategic direction of Vanta's product roadmap.

Salary & Benefits

Vanta offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer industry-competitive salaries based on experience and qualifications.
• Equity: As a Vanta employee, you'll have the opportunity to own a piece of the company through our equity program.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans.
• Parental Leave: We offer 16 weeks of fully-paid Parental Leave for all new parents.
• Stipends: We provide stipends for health & wellness, remote workspace, internet, and cellphone expenses.
• Commuter Benefits: For team members in the SF and NYC offices, we offer commuter benefits.
• Family Planning Benefits: We offer benefits to support family planning.
• 401(k) Matching: We offer a matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting.
• Flexible PTO: We have a flexible PTO policy, allowing you to take the time you need.
• Sick Time: We provide 80 hours of Sick Time.
• Company Holidays: We offer 11 company-paid holidays.

Security Culture

At Vanta, security isn't just a product; it's ingrained in our culture. We believe that everyone plays a role in maintaining a secure environment. We foster a culture of security awareness, continuous learning, and proactive risk management. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll be an advocate for security best practices, both internally and externally.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about security, customer success, and innovation, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for Vanta. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Vanta?

   Vanta helps businesses earn and prove trust by continuously monitoring and verifying their security posture.

2. What does a Solutions Engineer do at Vanta?

   Solutions Engineers lead technical discussions with customers, ensuring they can fully leverage Vanta to achieve their security goals.

3. What skills are important for this role?

   Key skills include customer relationship management, technical communication, cloud platform experience, and problem-solving abilities.

4. What experience is required for this role?

   We require 2+ years of customer-facing, technical experience as a solutions engineer or equivalent, as well as B2B SaaS experience.

5. Is this a remote position?

   Yes, this is a remote position based in the United States.

6. What are the benefits of working at Vanta?

   Vanta offers a competitive salary, equity, comprehensive benefits, parental leave, stipends, and a flexible PTO policy.

7. What is the career path for a Solutions Engineer at Vanta?

   You can progress to roles such as Senior Solutions Engineer, Solutions Architect, Technical Account Manager, or Sales Engineering Manager.

8. What is Vanta's security culture like?

   Security is ingrained in our culture, and we foster a culture of security awareness, continuous learning, and proactive risk management.

9. How do I apply for this position?

   Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for Vanta.

10. Does Vanta support using AI in work?

    Yes, Vanta encourages employees to use AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work, demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact.