Solutions Engineer, Commercial - EMEA at Vanta: Build Trust Through Technical Expertise

Role Overview

At Vanta, we're dedicated to helping businesses earn and prove trust. Our mission is to make security continuous and verifiable, empowering companies to improve their security practices and demonstrate them with ease. As a Solutions Engineer, Commercial - EMEA, you'll be at the forefront of this mission, working with key prospects and customers in the EMEA region to ensure they can fully leverage Vanta to achieve their security goals. You'll act as a trusted advisor, leading technical discussions, crafting innovative solutions, and driving customer success.

A Day in the Life of a Solutions Engineer at Vanta

Imagine starting your day in our London office, connecting with your sales team to strategize for upcoming client meetings. You spend the morning preparing for a demo, tailoring it to the specific needs of a prospective client in the financial services industry. You showcase how Vanta can automate their SOC 2 compliance process, saving them time and resources.

In the afternoon, you work with an existing customer, a fast-growing SaaS company, to troubleshoot a technical challenge they're facing with a new integration. You collaborate with the product team to provide feedback and potential solutions. Later, you document best practices for a common use case, contributing to Vanta's knowledge base for future customers.

Throughout the day, you're communicating with customers, listening to their needs, and providing technical guidance. You're also collaborating with internal teams, sharing insights and contributing to the continuous improvement of Vanta's product and processes.

Why London? A Hub for Innovation and Security

London is a vibrant hub for technology and innovation, particularly in the cybersecurity space. Basing this role in our London office provides you with access to a diverse network of customers, partners, and industry experts. You'll be working in a collaborative environment with other Vantans, contributing to the growth and success of our EMEA operations. The office-centric hybrid schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office) allows for optimal collaboration and team building, while also providing flexibility.

Your Career Path at Vanta

Vanta is committed to the growth and development of its employees. As a Solutions Engineer, Commercial - EMEA, you'll have opportunities to expand your technical expertise, develop your leadership skills, and advance your career within the company. Potential career paths could include Senior Solutions Engineer, Solutions Architect, or even leadership roles within the Sales or Product teams. We encourage continuous learning and provide resources to help you achieve your professional goals.

Salary & Benefits: Investing in Our People

We offer a competitive salary and equity package, recognizing the value you bring to Vanta. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits (with dependents coverage), 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, a health & wellness stipend, remote workspace and communication stipends, commuter benefits (bike to work scheme and tax commuter ticket scheme), pension matching, and generous time off (11 company paid holidays plus 25 days of PTO per year). We believe in investing in our people and providing a supportive environment where you can thrive.

Our Security Culture: Walking the Walk

At Vanta, security isn't just a product; it's ingrained in our culture. We practice what we preach, continuously monitoring and improving our own security posture. We encourage all employees to participate in security awareness training and to contribute to our security efforts. You'll be part of a team that values security and understands its importance in building trust with our customers.

How to Apply

If you're a passionate and driven Solutions Engineer with a strong technical background and a desire to help businesses improve their security, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We're looking for candidates who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to our mission of making security accessible to all.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Vanta's mission?

   To help businesses earn and prove trust by making security continuous and verifiable.

2. What does a Solutions Engineer do at Vanta?

   Leads technical discussions with prospects and customers, ensures technical fit, and creates innovative solutions to help them achieve their security goals.

3. What are the key qualifications for this role?

   5+ years of customer-facing technical experience, B2B SaaS experience, hands-on experience with cloud platforms and operating systems, and strong project management skills.

4. Is prior cybersecurity experience required?

   Ideally, but not strictly required. We value a strong technical background and a willingness to learn about cybersecurity.

5. What is the office schedule for this role?

   Office-centric hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in our London office.

6. What benefits does Vanta offer in the UK?

   Industry-competitive salary and equity, comprehensive health benefits, paid parental leave, stipends for health & wellness, remote workspace, and communication, commuter benefits, pension matching, and generous time off.

7. What opportunities for career growth are available?

   Potential career paths include Senior Solutions Engineer, Solutions Architect, or leadership roles within the Sales or Product teams.

8. What is Vanta's culture like?

   We have a kind and talented team, a strong security culture, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

9. How does Vanta support employee development?

   We encourage continuous learning and provide resources to help employees achieve their professional goals.

10. How can I apply for this role?

    Submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.