Who We Are Verkada is transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an integrated, privacy-sensitive AI-powered platform that includes solutions for video security, access control, air quality sensors, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management. We’ve got serious momentum in the market: more than 30,000 customers (including 100+ of the Fortune 500), a $5.8B valuation , more than $1 billion in annualized bookings, and backing from CapitalG, Sequoia Capital, General Catalyst, Felicis Ventures, Next47 and more. Physical AI is one of the most consequential technology shifts of our time, and Verkada is at the center of it. You can look at all kinds of communities to see our platform’s impact in the world. It's the retailer that uses our agentic AI to deter theft before it happens. The warehouse that uses AI-powered alerts to make sure its team is protected on the floor with proper PPE. The school that’s alerted to a threat in real-time and triggers a lockdown in seconds, not minutes. We’re rapidly scaling this impact: today, more than 2 million Verkada devices are deployed across 170+ countries. About The Role We are seeking a Project Architect in the Global Services division with expert experience in Cloud Security, IoT Systems, Networking, Linux systems, Security Surveillance, and Access Control. You will partner with the Global Services Manager and Territory Account Executives to service large and strategic customers within the Verkada footprint. In this role, you will interface with customers and partners on post-sales deployment project management, assisting with technical issues and providing expert-level configuration and training on Verkada Products. We need someone who will be highly motivated, able to learn quickly, and work independently while making an impact on the success of our Global deployments. We are committed to a thriving in-office culture. This role requires that you be on-site 5 days per week in New York City, NY. What You'll Do - Be the subject matter authority on the full Verkada suite of products and offerings and provide expert-level service to customers during the post-sales process - Serve as the project management arm for customer accounts, ensuring successful deployments of Verkada products in the customer’s environment - Magnify the value of Verkada products for customers through configuring and fine-tuning product features, use cases, and analytics; provide vendor-led training to customers - Effectively serve as the technical voice to all levels of customer, from C-level executives to loss prevention managers and directors of IT - Work directly with your Global Services Manager and Sales Account Executives to develop services strategies and workflows for the customer, as well as participate in cross-selling and up-selling opportunities - Be a Product Technical Evangelist in training/educating partners, customers, and internal employees on the latest Verkada product offerings What You Bring - 6+ years of experience as a Sales or Solutions Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Network Engineer, or Professional Services Consultant - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information and Computer Technology, Networking, IT Security, or similar field - Ability to gain FedRAMP Compliance: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card) - Strong background in Computer Networking: HTTPS/SSL, VLANs, TCP/IP, DNS, NAT devices, DHCP servers, firewalls, and software systems - Outstanding written & verbal communication skills to efficiently articulate technical matters with customers and partners - Entrepreneurial and positive attitude with a strong desire to learn - Ability to adapt to an ever evolving workplace and company - Genuine excitement for software/hardware products, Cloud Security, and IoT devices - Travel up to 50% Preferred Qualifications - Industry certifications such as AWS, CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, MCSE, CEH, Security+, A+, Network+ - Experience working with Linux systems - Previous startup experience Employee Benefits Verkada is committed to fostering a workplace environment that prioritizes the holistic health and wellbeing of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources. Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to: - Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans - Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage - Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options - Expanded mental health support - Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits - Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time - Professional development stipend - Fertility Stipend - Wellness/fitness benefits - Healthy lunches provided daily - Commuter benefits Additional Information: - We do sponsor and take over sponsorship of employment visas for this role. If we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa. Annual Pay Range At Verkada, we want to attract and retain the best employees, and compensate them in a way that appropriately and fairly values their individual contribution to the company. With that in mind, we carefully consider a number of factors to determine the appropriate starting pay for an employee, including their primary work location and an assessment of a candidate's skills and experience, as well as market demands and internal parity. A Verkada employee may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, depending on their role, including sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and/or equity in the company in the form of restricted stock units (RSUs) Below is the annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position, comprised of base compensation and commissions (if applicable). Estimated Annual Pay Range $165,000 — $240,000 USD Verkada Is An Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, Verkada is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. All applicants for positions at Verkada will be treated without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Your application will be handled in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Policy .