Solutions Engineer – Payments

Checkout.com

. Build comprehensive knowledge of the payments industry and Checkout.com’s platform, products, and services .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the payments industry with a strong focus on API-based integrations and technical solution design. Capable of delivering impactful presentations and managing client relationships while collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges.

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Payments Industry ExperienceSales EngineeringAPI-Based IntegrationsClient-Facing CommunicationProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Technical Account ManagementSolutions EngineeringImplementation EngineeringREST/JSON APIsAnalytical SkillsDebugging SkillsTechnical Issue Diagnosis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedAdaptable

Tools & Technologies

PostmanAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Payment Service ProviderCard IssuingIn-Person PaymentsSolution DesignIntegration Examples

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build comprehensive knowledge of the payments industry and Checkout.com’s platform, products, and services
Partner with Sales Representatives in pre-sales engagements with enterprise merchant prospects
Investigate prospects’ pain points, business needs, and functional requirements
Propose tailored, high-impact technical solutions
Deliver presentations and product demonstrations using sales decks, user interfaces, API walkthroughs, reports, and integration examples
Own the end-to-end technical lifecycle from pre-sales presentations through solution design, implementation, and go-live support
Act as the internal voice of the merchant
Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Financial Partnerships, and Finance teams
Solve complex technical challenges and influence the product roadmap
Use AI tools to improve productivity, efficiency, and output quality
Report directly to the Head of Solutions Engineering for North America

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of proven experience in the payments industry
Strong technical skills demonstrated through educational background or professional work experience
Direct experience in Sales Engineering, Implementation Engineering, Solutions Engineering, Technical Account Management, or Solutions Architecture
Exceptional client-facing communication skills and experience managing external stakeholders
Deep understanding of API-based integrations, specifically REST/JSON APIs
Proficiency with development and testing tools such as Postman
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills
Ability to reproduce, isolate, and explain technical issues using logs, API responses, and diagnostic tools
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical business audiences
Highly organized and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Willingness to work in the office three days per week
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of application
No visa support is offered
Nice to have: experience at a Payment Service Provider (PSP)
Nice to have: formal engineering degree or highly technical professional experience
Nice to have: experience with Platforms, Card Issuing, or In-Person Payments (IPP)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model with three days per week in the office
Flexibility to support collaboration and connection
Ownership, fewer blockers, and meaningful work from day one
Opportunities for career growth and professional development
Accessible hiring process and workplace accommodations
Inclusive workplace welcoming people from all backgrounds
Global team environment
AI tools to enhance productivity, efficiency, and output quality