Strategic Solutions Architect – Payments Growth

Socket.dev; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stripe is seeking a solutions architect to build trusted relationships with senior leaders and technical decision makers. You will architect business models that drive new monetization and growth for both customers and Stripe, delivering demos, responding to RFPs, and aligning Stripe solutions with customer objectives.

You will work cross‑functionally with GTM, product, and marketing, expanding Stripe footprint across accounts and global markets, with travel expected to connect in person with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of total relevant experience in software development, enterprise sales/architecture.
• 2+ years in a similar customer-facing engineering role (solutions architect, sales engineer, etc.).
• Experience presenting and architecting solutions; payments domain preferred.
• Deep understanding of SDLC and REST APIs; coding in two languages preferred.
• Strong communication, ability to explain complex concepts to varied audiences.
• Willing to learn Stripe solutions (Payments, Billing, Connect).
• Ability to understand how ERP, CRM, Billing, Tax and other systems interact.
• Executive engagement skills and presence with decision makers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle priorities.
• Collaborates well with GTM teams to support users.
• Experience solving open-ended business problems with tech and creative thinking.
• Willingness to travel per business needs.

Responsibilities

• Build consultative relationships with c-level executives and technical decision makers.
• Architect business models to drive monetization opportunities and growth for users and Stripe.
• Drive thought leadership and executive relationships with key stakeholders.
• Understand customer objectives and apply Stripe payments, SaaS, and related solutions.
• Secure technical wins by delivering demos, responding to RFPs, and evangelizing Stripe products.
• Create scalable processes, partnerships, and reusable assets to multiplier sales impact.
• Expand Stripe footprint within accounts to new global markets and units.
• Collaborate with GTM, product and marketing for impactful executive briefings.

Skills

Executive engagement

Solutions architecture

REST APIs

Customer facing

Technical leadership

Cross-functional

Travel ready

Tools

Ruby

Python

JavaScript

Java

Go

Job description

Stripe is seeking a solutions architect to build trusted relationships with senior leaders and technical decision makers. You will architect business models that drive new monetization and growth for both customers and Stripe, delivering demos, responding to RFPs, and aligning Stripe solutions with customer objectives.

You will work cross‑functionally with GTM, product, and marketing, expanding Stripe footprint across accounts and global markets, with travel expected to connect in person with