[Remote] Principal Solutions Engineer at FreshBooks

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in Solution Engineering, preferably in SaaS and enterprise software
  • Established playbook on using AI to present better, operationalize projects faster, and articulate value clearer
  • Understands LLMs and can guide customers, team members, and products on foundational AI principles
  • Strong understanding of ITSM/ESM domains; familiarity with platforms such as ServiceNow, Halo, Jira, or similar
  • Strong knowledge of ITSM and AI maturity adoption frameworks and integrating ITIL
  • Comfortable operating independently in high-stakes, complex enterprise scenarios; able to lead strategy, technical discovery, and deal execution without daily oversight
  • Deep knowledge of APIs, webhooks, integrations, and infrastructure components—able to propose and explain solutions without needing additional support
  • Skilled in coaching and mentoring peers; committed to team development and cross-functional collaboration
  • Adept at aligning customer needs with Freshworks’ platform capabilities, identifying gaps, and working with internal teams to drive innovation
  • Confident and engaging communicator with experience influencing C-level stakeholders and diverse technical audiences
  • Strong time management skills—capable of owning multiple deals and workstreams concurrently
  • Experience leading complex solution design involving custom apps, third-party integrations, and platform architecture
  • Demonstrated leadership in internal initiatives, mentoring, or representing your company at industry events
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted

Responsibilities

  • Lead executive alignment workshops across strategic and global accounts
  • Define value messaging across C-suite buying committees
  • Lead discovery workshops, shape customer requirements, and influence deal strategy to drive technical wins
  • Deliver compelling and customized product demonstrations aligned to map digital transformation using industry use cases, ROI models, and value storytelling
  • Collaborate with AEs, product teams, and solution architects to shape scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions
  • Contribute to competitive strategies, offer technical insights, and proactively mentor junior team members (IC1–IC3)
  • Translate complex customer needs into clear solution architectures, including integrations, APIs, and security considerations
  • Champion technical excellence and industry best practices through presentations, internal enablement, and customer engagements
  • Advise leadership on innovation, GTM

Skills

FreshBooks

Cloud-based accounting software for businesses

About FreshBooks

FreshBooks provides cloud-based accounting software aimed at simplifying financial management for small to medium-sized businesses and self-employed professionals. The software allows users to efficiently track expenses, time, and invoices, making it accessible even for those without accounting experience. Users subscribe to the service with various pricing tiers, and they can take advantage of a 30-day money-back guarantee and an 80% discount for the first four months. FreshBooks stands out from competitors by offering a user-friendly interface and mobile accessibility, enabling users to manage their finances on the go. The company's goal is to help business owners and accountants streamline their financial processes, improve organization, and enhance client relationships.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$149.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Stock Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Increased competition from market leaders may impact FreshBooks' market share.
Dependency on Stripe's technology could pose risks if Stripe faces issues.
Economic downturns may threaten FreshBooks' subscription-based revenue model.

Differentiation

FreshBooks offers a user-friendly platform for non-accountants, simplifying financial management.
The company provides mobile-friendly solutions, catering to the rise of remote work.
FreshBooks' integration with Shopify enhances e-commerce capabilities for online businesses.

Upsides

FreshBooks' subscription model aligns with industry trends, boosting customer acquisition and retention.
The expansion of Stripe Connect features enhances FreshBooks Payments, improving payment processing.
AI-driven financial analytics tools can provide predictive insights, enhancing decision-making.

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