Whatnot

Staff Solutions Engineer (Remote)

Whatnot$175K — $225K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in solutions engineering or architecture roles
  • Hands-on integration experience with cloud and identity platforms (AWS, Okta, etc.)
  • Solid understanding of identity and authentication technologies (OAuth2/OIDC, PKI, TLS)
  • Proficiency in integration coding with Go, Python, or TypeScript/Node
  • In-depth knowledge of DNS and its relevance to identity and verification
  • Exceptional communication skills for diverse audiences
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, early-stage environment
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary technical contact for partners
  • Own end-to-end integrations, from code to deployment
  • Translate partner requirements into actionable feedback for engineering
  • Create and maintain technical enablement materials
  • Drive technical alignment and implementation with partners
  • Conduct workshops and technical sessions with partner teams
  • Collaborate with product and engineering to ensure material accuracy

Benefits

  • Generously subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% match
  • 15 days of paid vacation, increasing to 20 after one year
  • 5 days of paid sick leave and 13 paid holidays
  • 20 weeks of paid parental leave (13 for non-birthing parents)
  • Tuition reimbursement for qualifying expenses
Full Job Description
Summary / Objective

This role is deliberately two-sided: a hands-on integration builder and a trusted technical partner lead. The same person can write the integration code, stand up a reference implementation, and then walk a partner's engineering team, security leaders, and executives through the architecture and adoption path. This is a founding technical partner role for DNSid: technical at its core, ownership-oriented, and expected to help turn early partner integrations into repeatable patterns as the product and solutions function scale.

This role reports to the VP, Engineering & Technical Architect.

What You'll Do
  • Serve as the primary technical contact in partner and enterprise conversations, going deep on DNSid architecture, integration patterns, and security model
  • Own integrations end-to-end: write production-grade integration code with partners, stand up reference implementations, and drive POCs from demo to deployment
  • Translate partner and customer requirements into clear, prioritized feedback for the engineering team; help shape the roadmap based on what you hear in the field
  • Develop and maintain technical enablement materials: integration guides, quick starts, FAQs, and architecture documentation for external developers
  • Own the technical win with partners: drive discovery, architecture alignment, POC scope, implementation follow-through, and the path from demo to deployment
  • Run technical workshops and deep-dive sessions with partner engineering teams
  • Collaborate with product, standards (IETF), and engineering to ensure partner-facing materials stay accurate as the spec and implementation evolve
  • Represent IDIL credibly in technical forums, standards discussions, and partner escalations

Who You Are / What You Bring
  • 10+ years in solutions engineering, solutions architecture, developer platforms, infrastructure, identity, security, or hands-on technical partner engineering roles
  • Hands-on experience integrating with cloud, identity, and developer platform surfaces such as AWS, Okta or similar IdPs, OAuth/OIDC providers, agent runtimes, orchestration frameworks, SDKs, APIs, and MCP servers
  • Familiarity with emerging agent standards - agent-to-agent (A2A) communication patterns, MCP, and identity/verification standards
  • Strong understanding of identity and auth concepts: OAuth2/OIDC, JWT/JWKS, PKI, TLS, and how they compose in production systems
  • Hands-on engineer who can build integrations in Go, Python, or TypeScript/Node and explain the engineering tradeoffs clearly
  • Strong working knowledge of DNS, including DNSSEC, TXT records, resolution behavior, and how DNS can anchor identity and verification flows
  • Excellent communicator who can move fluidly between a partner's CISO, their engineering team, and our own developers
  • Comfortable operating with high autonomy in an early-stage, fast-moving venture; able to create repeatable patterns and help build the solutions engineering function as the product scales
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  • Ability to work effectively across time zones as part of a global organization
  • Ability to travel as needed for partner meetings, conferences and workshops

Location: Remote

This position is open to candidates residing in the following states only: AZ, CA, CO, DE, MD, MA, MO, NJ, NV, NY, NC, OR, OK, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, and WA.

Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Salary Range

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $175,000 - $225,000 (flexibility based on experience) plus benefits as described below. In addition, the successful candidate will be eligible to receive other compensation from time to time in the form of discretionary and/or nondiscretionary bonuses and long-term incentive plan. Actual compensation will be influenced by a candidate's qualifications, internal employee equity considerations, and location. We will not ask for information about a candidate's current or past compensation for purposes of developing an offer of employment.

US team members (and their spouses, domestic partners, and/or dependent children) are covered by generously subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance which includes company contributions to a Health Savings Accounts. Team members are also covered by company-paid life and disability insurance and have the option of participating in employee-paid supplemental life, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, and accident insurance. In addition, team members can enroll in the company's 401(k) plan with up to a 5% match. You receive 15 days of paid vacation yearly, increasing to 20 days after one year. Additionally, you get 5 days of paid sick leave, 13 paid holidays, and 20 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents, 12 weeks for others. Also, there's an opportunity for tuition reimbursement for qualifying expenses.

Note: Benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary in certain locations.

About Whatnot

Whatnot is a Los Angeles-based startup that creates a place where avid collectors could come together over shared interests. Whatnot is a marketplace to buy and sell authentic collectible items. Whatnot was founded in 2019, in California.

Whatnot Careers

Joining Whatnot presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team in the marketplace, where innovation meets diversity and professional growth. Whatnot is renowned for its unique culture that fosters leadership and promotes career advancement through continuous learning and development.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whatnot is actively seeking talented individuals who are eager to drive innovation and lead in a dynamic environment. The company offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to professionals looking to make a significant impact in their fields. With positions ranging from technology to marketing, Whatnot ensures that every team member’s skills are harnessed effectively.

Experience Professional Growth

At Whatnot, growth is not just a possibility—it is an expectation. The company is committed to the professional development of its employees through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. These initiatives are designed to enhance skills and prepare individuals for future challenges and opportunities.

Engage in Meaningful Work

Every position at Whatnot is designed to challenge team members while contributing to the company’s overarching goals of innovation and service excellence. Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their projects and drive results that influence the company’s trajectory and success.

Internship Programs

For those starting their career journey, Whatnot offers internship programs that provide a comprehensive learning experience. Interns at Whatnot gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that offer real-world applications of their studies.

Benefits and Culture

Whatnot is dedicated to supporting its team members not only in their professional lives but also in their personal growth and well-being. The company offers competitive benefits packages that address health, financial security, and work-life balance. Whatnot’s culture is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where diversity is celebrated and every voice is heard.

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Whatnot believes in the power of networking to unlock new opportunities and insights. Employees are encouraged to engage with industry leaders and peers through various professional networking events sponsored by the company. These connections can lead to innovative ideas and collaborations that propel both personal and company growth.

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