Senior Solutions Engineer

Intercom • Remote (NYC, Remote) • 4d ago

Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs

This Senior Solutions Engineer role stands out in the SaaS ecosystem because it sits at the intersection of AI product capability and customer adoption. Intercom positions its platform around an AI Agent for customer service, which makes pre sales work less about generic demos and more about translating automation, support workflows, and trust considerations into concrete outcomes for prospective customers. The remit also signals a mature SaaS motion where technical credibility is central across the sales cycle.

For a long term SaaS career, the role offers repeated exposure to the mechanics that shape revenue in subscription businesses: technical discovery, value framing, proof of concept design, and the operational realities of RFPs and security reviews. It also includes a meaningful feedback loop into Product and Engineering, which is often where Solutions Engineering builds leverage by turning field insights into roadmap input and reusable playbooks.

This role is best suited to an experienced pre sales professional who enjoys being a trusted advisor and can move comfortably between technical depth and executive level conversations. It will fit someone who prefers structured problem solving, can run complex customer processes end to end, and wants to work close to how an AI driven SaaS product is positioned and evaluated in the market.

The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.

Job Description

What’s The Opportunity?

Intercom is an AI-first company revolutionizing how customer service is delivered today. Our entire platform is driven by an advanced AI Agent who we call Fin, who blends automation with empathy, setting a new standard in customer support. At Intercom, you’ll help shape the future of AI-first customer service, showing our customers the transformative power of artificial intelligence. By inspiring a bold vision and delivering impactful solutions, you’ll make AI-powered support not just possible, but a reality for our customers.

About the Role:

Intercom is looking for an exceptional Senior Solutions Engineer to join our vibrant Customer Solutions Team. In this role, you’ll engage directly with our customers as their trusted advisor, playing a pivotal part in defining and demonstrating value across the entire sales cycle. With a natural curiosity, independent thinking, and strong problem-solving skills, you’ll partner closely with Product, R&D, and Engineering to ensure our customers’ needs and insights are at the core of our AI powered solutions.

What Will I Be Doing?

Lead technical discovery to identify and address our customers’ needs
Deliver an exceptional pre-sales experience by articulating Intercom's value and technical expertise
Conduct impactful, value-based solution reviews and in-depth technical sessions
Design and lead tailored Proof of Concepts (POCs) that showcase Intercom's capabilities
Serve as the primary resource for RFPs and customer security questions, utilizing standardized materials and escalating complex issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product and Engineering to represent the customer voice, gathering feedback and insights for product planning
Build trust with customers by approaching challenges with empathy and curiosity
Continuously improve processes and contribute to building a best-in-class Solutions Engineering playbook at Intercom
Commit to customer success, ensuring lasting value and proactively addressing challenges

What Skills Do I Need?

Minimum of 7 years of experience in a technical pre-sales role, managing C-Level technical and business relationships
Strong technical acumen with experience in conducting technical discovery and delivering high-impact value presentations.
Ability to solve problems independently while thriving in collaborative team environments
Proven time management skills in a dynamic team environment
Demonstrated ability to quickly identify and communicate the value proposition throughout the sales cycle.
Leverage your skills in translating complex business challenges into tailored Intercom solutions, effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences to drive understanding and impact.
Experience working closely with product and engineering teams to communicate customer feedback and influence product direction.
Familiarity with managing POCs, RFPs, and addressing complex security questions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for leading with empathy and curiosity
Ability to challenge the status quo and continuously improve Solutions Engineering processes and playbooks
Bring an open mind, be a collaborative colleague with a commitment to go above and beyond to drive the success of your team and the company
Willing and able to travel occasionally

Benefits

We are a well-treated bunch, with awesome benefits! If there’s something important to you that’s not on this list, talk to us!

Competitive salary and meaningful equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Regular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!
Flexible paid time off policy
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k plan & match
In-office bicycle storage
Fun events for Intercomrades, friends, and family!

The OTE range for candidates in New York is $212,750- $247,250. Actual base pay will depend on a variety of factors such as education, skills, experience, location, etc. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. All regular employees may also be eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

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