Solutions Architect, SF Bay Area

On-site

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end solution architecture for AAA game developer accounts
Lead technical discovery sessions and architectural reviews for customer implementations across the Social SDK and Discord's broader developer toolset
Troubleshoot deep technical issues that fall outside defined processes, working independently to define scope and propose solutions
Build trusted advisor relationships with senior technical stakeholders — engineering leaders, technical directors, and architects — at AAA partner studios
Anticipate partner needs and proactively propose solutions before issues arise
Develop integration strategies for your portfolio of developers that maximize the value of Discord's developer tools
Prepare and deliver technical updates and reviews to partner stakeholders on integration progress, milestones, and optimization opportunities
Author reference architectures, integration playbooks, and technical documentation that lift the entire team's effectiveness
Identify patterns across accounts to drive product and process improvements
Mentor more junior team members on technical best practices, integration patterns, and customer engagement
Lead initiatives spanning multiple areas and influence cross-functional partners with diverse viewpoints
Track record of independently owning complex, multi-month technical projects from architecture through delivery

experience in game development, with hands-on exposure to multiplayer architecture Direct
experience working within a game studio or game ecosystem provider
Ability to read, understand, and discuss code across multiple languages
Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity, Unreal, proprietary), platforms, and development toolchains
Experience with gamedev-focused developer platforms or SDK integrations
Proficiency in Korean, Mandarin, or Japanese
Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma counties).

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $220,000 to $247,500 + equity + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits. Why Discord?

Discord has a highly engaged community of millions of daily active users who use the platform for many different reasons, but there’s one thing that nearly everyone does: play video games.
Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it easier and more fun for people to hang out before, during, and after playing games.
You'll lead the architectural and integration work that helps studios successfully implement Discord's developer tools, including the Social SDK.
We're looking for an experienced technical practitioner who wants to operate at the intersection of solution architecture, game development, and developer partnerships.
You'll own the technical relationship with major studios end-to-end: from discovery and architecture, through implementation, to ongoing optimization.
You'll work closely with Sales, Product, and Engineering, and you'll serve as a technical resource and mentor for more junior team members.
Provide expert guidance on best practices for integrating Discord's Social SDK and enabling commerce across diverse game genres, engines, and platforms
Contribute to systems, tools, and automations that evolve high-touch managed services into repeatable, scalable processes
Partner closely with Sales, Product, and Engineering to drive successful customer outcomes
Contribute to sales enablement through technical documentation, reference architectures, and case studies