Senior Solution Architect (Pre-sales)

WHO WE ARE ABOUT STRIPE Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone’s reach while doing the most important work of your career. ABOUT THE TEAM The Solutions Architecture Team partners with our users to realize their full potential through the adoption of prescriptive solutions that drive their growth and success. We influence revenue growth across Stripe’s product portfolio, and collaborate with sales, support, product management, and Stripe’s executive team to provide the best experience to our most valued customers.  WHAT YOU’LL DO As a member of the team, the Solutions Architect will build highly consultative trusted relationships with C-level executives and technical decision makers in the customer’s organization to provide business and technical thought leadership, and become a trusted advisor in solving mission-critical business challenges. You'll architect business models with them so they can drive new monetization opportunities and growth for both the user and Stripe.  RESPONSIBILITIES * Be a key member of a Stripe account team with deep involvement in defining the customer strategy * Identify and close new complex opportunities, and accelerate solution adoption. Understand and align with the customer’s product and business roadmap and uncover opportunities for Stripe to accelerate their progress on that roadmap.  * Drive thought leadership and be a trusted advisor for key business and technical stakeholders including CIO, CTO, COO, CRO, CDO, Head of Product Engineering and Head of Payments.  * Work to deeply understand the customer’s business objectives, and then design and apply Stripe’s solutions to their challenges. Develop and articulate the end to end customer transformation journey and create future roadmaps and architectures with deep 3rd party integrations in play. * Conduct business analysis and background research on customers, industries, and competitors with a view to support growth for the user's business.  * Lead strategy engagements with users to align to business priorities, design solutions and secure the technical win by performing in-depth customer discovery, evangelizing the proposed solutions through executive briefings, readouts, presentations, workshops and solution demos.  * Expand Stripe’s footprint within existing accounts to new global markets and business units by introducing new capabilities and local payment methods. * Act as the “Voice of the Customer” to bring insights, trends and opportunities to the leadership, product and engineering teams from the forefront and prioritized for delivery.   * Participate in sales forecasting, Quarterly Business Reviews and account/territory planning to strategically and tactically align for success * Approximately 25% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way with users and collaborate internally WHO YOU ARE You have achieved an experienced position as an enterprise architect, senior solution architect or principal solution engineer and have a successful track record advising enterprise-grade digital native / SAAS / Platform / Marketplace companies, focused on identifying business priorities, formulating technology strategies and designing an end-to-end business solution. You possess deep technical acumen, high interpersonal and leadership skills, and have demonstrated the ability to become a trusted advisor to senior executives and facilitate customer success along the entire customer journey.  Strategic and creative thinker who can proactively identify challenges, take ownership, and maintain a positive approach when facing difficult obstacles. We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS * 7+ years of experience in a similar customer-facing engineering role such as solution consultant, solutions architect, sales engineer, for a global software enterprise. * 5+ years of experience in pre-sales * Experience in the payments/ billing / invoicing / issuing / banking / Fintech space * Executive engagement skills and presence, with an ability to establish strong relationships with key decision makers and build credibility at all levels. * Effective group-facilitation skills and confidence in proposing and leading customer meetings to gain strategic footing and pursue opportunities. * Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle and API architectures. A background in writing code in any of Stripe’s primary deployment languages (Ruby, Python, JavaScript, Java, Go, etc.) is a plus. * Outstanding spoken and written communication skills, presentation skills, and confident in explaining complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Ability to operate independently in a highly ambiguous and fast-paced environment * Passion to take on ownership and drive change in a constantly evolving environment.  * Superior verbal and written communication skills in English * Ability to travel per business needs PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS * Prior experience in consulting * Experience at a growth stage internet/software company

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.  THE OPPORTUNITY At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.  We are proud of:  * The work we do and the innovation we drive  * Our values of share, care and dare  * A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy  * Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration    THE ROLE   As a Senior Salesforce Solution Architect, you are a strategic advisor and solution leader who shapes Salesforce-driven business transformations. You operate at the intersection of business needs and platform capabilities, ensuring that solutions are aligned with client goals and deliver measurable impact. Your primary focus is on designing and guiding solutions across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud, helping clients optimize customer journeys and business processes. You bring a strong understanding of the broader Salesforce ecosystem, with additional value in areas such as B2B Commerce, Revenue Cloud, and emerging AI capabilities like Agentforce. At Valtech, you’ll be part of a global team of innovators, strategists, and consultants. We collaborate across borders and disciplines, taking ownership of our work, clients, and careers. We offer a high degree of freedom and expect accountability in return. We are passionate about driving meaningful transformation and continuously improving customer experiences.     Role responsibilities * Define and own end-to-end Salesforce solution designs aligned with business objectives * Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, guiding CRM strategy and platform evolution * Lead the design of multi-cloud Salesforce solutions, with a strong focus on Sales, Service, and Experience Cloud * Facilitate discovery sessions, stakeholder workshops, and roadmap definition * Translate business requirements into scalable, future-proof solution architectures * Ensure alignment between business processes, customer experience, and platform capabilities * Collaborate closely with Technical Architects and delivery teams to ensure successful execution * Provide governance and quality assurance across projects and programs * Mentor and coach team members, strengthening consulting and solution design capabilities * Support pre-sales and proposal development, shaping solution approaches for new opportunities   MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS * Extensive experience as a Salesforce Solution Architect in complex environments * Strong functional and solution design expertise across: * Sales Cloud * Service Cloud * Experience Cloud * Proven ability to translate business needs into effective Salesforce solutions * Experience working with and influencing senior stakeholders * Strong understanding of customer journeys, CRM processes, and digital transformation * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technical teams * Consulting mindset: structured thinking, stakeholder management, and value-driven delivery * Experience mentoring teams and leading solution design across projects * Relevant Salesforce certifications (e.g., Application Architect or equivalent)   NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS   * Experience with B2B Commerce and/or Revenue Cloud * Familiarity with Agentforce and AI-driven service or automation use cases * Exposure to Data Cloud (D360) or customer data platforms * Experience in multi-system landscapes and integration-heavy environments * Big plus if you are fluent in Dutch   WHAT SETS YOU APART * You take a business-first approach, focusing on outcomes rather than features * You can simplify complexity and clearly articulate solution value * You are confident engaging stakeholders and challenging assumptions when needed * You balance strategic thinking with pragmatic delivery * You actively contribute to building stronger teams and better solutions   If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.    COMMITMENT TO REACHING ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE  We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.    THE BENEFITS   This is a full-time position based in Utrecht with hybrid working model. The offered base salary range is €7500-€8500 monthly, depending on experience.  Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:  * Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)  * Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs  * Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts  Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.     YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential. ⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud! We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.     ABOUT VALTECH Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.  At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.  At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.  Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.