Description:

Shippo is a company that serves as the shipping layer of the internet, aiming to make merchants successful through world-class shipping solutions.
The company provides e-commerce businesses, marketplaces, and logistics providers with access to shipping carriers via a single API and dashboard.
The Solutions Architect will be the Technical Lead for the largest partnerships and will report directly to the Director of Engineering.
This role involves partnering with a Program Manager to understand partner needs, create solutions, generate API specifications, and collaborate with product teams.
The ideal candidate should excel in building relationships, navigating complex domains, and possess strong technical expertise to deliver robust solutions.
Responsibilities include leading technical integrations with SaaS products, interfacing with large company partners, and defining API specifications.
The position requires creating solution architectures, building interim solutions, and owning the customer developer experience.
The role also involves generating and scaling automated acceptance testing for partners and customers.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 8+ years of experience in software development.
A history of directly engaging with customers, clients, and partners is required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of the organization are essential.
A track record of designing scalable integration architectures for multiple enterprise clients is necessary.
Candidates should have a solid understanding of object-oriented or functional programming and familiarity with various design and architectural patterns.
Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
A deep understanding of customer needs and a passion for customer success are essential.
Candidates must have coding experience in server-side programming languages such as Go, Python, Java, or Ruby, as well as database languages like SQL.
Experience with server-side MVC frameworks such as Django, .NET, Spring, Rails, or Phoenix is required.
A BS or MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is necessary.

The position offers a salary range of $175,000 to $238,000 annually, with a midpoint anchor of $225,000.
Healthcare coverage for medical, dental, and vision is provided, with 90% of costs covered by the company, including dependents.
A flexible vacation policy allows employees to take as much time off as needed, along with a one-week company-wide winter shutdown.
Employees receive three Volunteer Days Off (VTOs) and a work-from-home stipend to set up their home office.
The company matches charity donations up to $100 and provides dedicated programs, coaching, and resources for professional growth.
Employees can participate in team-building activities through the Shippos Everywhere program, which includes regular off-sites and local gatherings.
Shippo emphasizes inclusivity and equal access to opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds.