Kraken-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Mid Level
New York, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe! Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy. We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone. It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future. Our ideal Solution Engineer would be an individual keen to solve real-world problems to deliver value to clients through answering questions, performing root cause analysis and marshalling requests to the development teams within a collaborative, community-based environment. You will need to be technically sharp; a continual learner; naturally inquisitive and people oriented; responsible for case management of client queries we receive and deep diving into our applications to diagnose issues.

  • Serve as a technical escalation point and subject matter expert for complex, high-priority client queries and incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
  • Translate complex technical and business challenges into strategic product proposals that directly influence the product roadmap and drive significant client value.
  • Training clients to use the Residential Flex product effectively and provide supporting documentation.
  • Identify, architect, and implement large-scale automation and self-service initiatives (e.g., tooling, advanced scripting, documentation structure) to reduce operational overhead for the entire CSE team and enhance the client experience.
  • Work closely with a range of teams from the full technology stack (Engineering, Product & Partnerships).
  • Provide technical expertise and onboarding support for clients to support post-sales processes.
  • Mentor and coach junior and mid-level CSEs on complex technical problem-solving, client communication, and overall technical account strategy.
  • (Optional) contribute to our 24x7 support model by taking part in our (paid) on call rota.
  • Exceptional strategic problem-solving and analytical skills with a proven ability to independently diagnose, scope, and resolve complex technical, product, and business challenges for large-scale enterprise clients.
  • Familiarity with object oriented programming languages & back-end and software engineering practices (e.g., version control, CI/CD, testing frameworks) sufficient to review code, advise clients on API usage & understand system architectures.
  • A deep understanding of how systems interact and experience in troubleshooting modern architectures.
  • Proven track record of driving and owning high-stakes technical conversations with key stakeholders across technical and non-technical domains.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling business strategies.
  • A drive to get things done in a collaborative environment, with an ability to effectively work across functions (e.g. sales, product, engineering).
  • A proven ability to multitask & operate with autonomy and ownership in a fast-paced environment, prioritising competing high-stakes technical issues and strategic projects.
  • A demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional strategic initiatives (e.g., defining a new integration pattern, launching a new support channel) and effectively lead collaboration across Sales, Product, and Engineering.
  • Meticulous attention to detail in technical documentation, system design, and communication.
  • An interest in learning about the electricity system and how grid scale renewable energy sources to keep the lights on and the network stable.
  • There are no experts, this area is changing so you’ll be learning what a flexible electricity system is along with us.
  • Technical background in a B2B SaaS business with hands-on experience developing, deploying, and supporting microservices and cloud-native applications (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Demonstrable experience as a Technical Account Manager or Client Solutions Specialist.
  • Familiarity with back-end and software engineering practices (e.g., version control, CI/CD, testing frameworks) sufficient to review code & understand system architectures.
  • Understanding of the electricity system, domestic electrotech (e.g. OCPP & related EVSE protocols), and a strong understanding of the physical laws governing their behaviour.
  • You might be our ideal candidate if you've built a home automation system or are locally optimising some combination of solar/battery/heat pump/EV.
  • Great medical , dental , and vision insurance options including FSAs.
  • Paid time off — we know working hard means also being able to recharge as needed, we trust our employees to get the work done and take the time they need.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Parental leave. Biological, adoptive and foster parents are all eligible.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Flexible working environment : you need to shift around your schedule? You do you, we genuinely believe in work/life balance.
  • Equity Options : every Octopus employee owns part of the business. We’re a team, working together towards huge goals. Every person is crucial to our success, you should be rewarded as such.
  • Modern office or co-working spaces depending on location.
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