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Senior Solutions Engineer

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Adyen

Adyen

1,001-5,000 employees

Global payments platform for businesses

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$105k - $165kAnnually

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Solution Engineering
Sales & Solution Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Sales
JavaScript
Communications
Ruby
Java
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • 5+ years of consultative professional experience (Solution Engineering, Customer Success, Management Consulting, Finance, etc.)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical role, with proficiency in web API’s preferred. Proficiency with various programming languages (e.g. Java, C#, Python, Ruby) would be a plus as well as web technologies and frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Proven ability to quickly learn new technologies, understand complex systems (APIs, databases, SDKs, etc.), and desire to improve technical acumen
  • Excellent communication skills; proven ability in leading meetings with high-level decision makers
  • Ability to identify and clearly communicate pragmatic solutions to complex integration problems
  • Proven ability to operate independently and successfully navigate an ambiguous environment
  • Team player mindset with the ability to positively influence, elevate the teams around you, and challenge the status quo
Responsibilities
  • Leverage project management and technical consulting skills to oversee high-quality project delivery, guaranteeing the technical integrity of merchant integrations.
  • Provide consultation on optimizing payment solutions, including checkout experiences, authentication, omni-channel payments, and platform onboarding, while collaborating with Developers and Product Managers to enhance the platform.
  • Utilize development and programming expertise to create scalable and robust solutions for merchant integrations, while ensuring adherence to payment best practices.
  • Serve as a consultative partner in specific verticals such as e-commerce, point of sale, and multi-faceted platforms, guiding merchants through integration processes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Account Managers, Product, and Engineering teams to deliver seamless merchant experiences and drive continuous improvements.
  • Elevate the team’s performance with your thought leadership, by mentoring and coaching other members of the Implementation Engineering team

Adyen simplifies payment processing for businesses by providing a platform that allows them to accept payments online, in-store, and on mobile devices. The platform works by integrating various payment methods and managing transactions directly, without the need for third-party banks, thanks to its acquiring licenses in multiple countries. This direct processing enables a smoother experience for both businesses and their customers. Adyen differentiates itself from competitors by offering a unified solution that includes risk management tools and point-of-sale systems, catering to a wide range of clients from small startups to large enterprises. The company's goal is to continuously enhance its services to meet the diverse needs of its clients while ensuring secure and efficient payment transactions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$266M

Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Adyen's strategic partnerships, such as with Ventrata and SumUp, enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach.
  • The company's continuous innovation, including the adoption of Unified Commerce and Pay-by-Link technology, positions it as a leader in the fintech space.
  • Recognition as a leader in IDC MarketScapes for retail payment platforms underscores Adyen's industry leadership and robust market position.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive fintech landscape, with players like Mollie and Klarna, could pressure Adyen to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Data breaches, as seen with Neiman Marcus, highlight the importance of robust cybersecurity measures, and any lapse could damage Adyen's reputation.

What makes Adyen unique

  • Adyen's ability to process payments directly without relying on third-party banks offers a seamless and integrated payment experience, unlike many competitors.
  • The company's unified platform handles all aspects of payment processing, from accepting payments to managing risk and ensuring compliance, providing a comprehensive solution for businesses.
  • Adyen's acquiring licenses in various countries enable it to offer localized payment solutions, setting it apart from competitors who may lack such extensive regulatory reach.

Benefits

Global exchange program

Adyen+

Delicious healthy lunches

Phantom share package

Yearly trip to Amsterdam

Normal course of life