Job Summary
A successful Senior Solutions Engineer works collaboratively as part of a virtual sales team to design solutions that meet and exceed customer requirements. You will own and develop the strategic and technical sales relationship with AI Hyperscalers in order to deliver world-class customer centric solutions and services. This role has a broad scope of responsibility and requires a solid understanding of both business and technology strategy. You will play a crucial role in developing and executing technical account strategies securing design wins and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Candidates must be based in San Jose / San Francisco CA or Dallas Texas
Job Requirements
Customer Obsession
- Make the customers business objectives the heart of everything you do. Be an expert on the customers business strategy and understand how NetApps solutions can help with the customers journey
- Own manage and develop key customer technical relationships including at the executive level within AI Hyperscaler organizations
- Lead efforts to develop new customer relationships outside of NetApps traditional buying centers
- Proactively advocate for your customer with NetApp Product Management and Engineering so that their requirements are met by NetApp solutions
- Self-motivated and results-oriented with a hunter mentality and a passion for solving complex customer challenges
Team Selling / Leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and value propositions that address the unique needs of AI HyperscalersWork directly with all client subsidiaries to drive sales opportunities identify and define Design-Win opportunities and work effectively across NetApp internal functions to drive business growth.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful implementation and delivery of solutions acting as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the overall solution lifecycle.Orchestrate virtual technical teams to work on customer opportunities while holding them accountableLead the technical delivery by motivating and inspiring all resources involved in delivering customer successWork collaboratively with your virtual sales team to develop a Technical Account Plan that aligns with customers business strategyTechnical Curiosity
Stay up to date with industry trends market dynamics and emerging technologies particularly in the field of AI to provide strategic insights and recommendations to customers.In-depth knowledge of AI technologies and their applications with the ability to articulate NetApps value proposition to customers.Challenge the mindset of customers and NetApp Sales teams by bringing innovative ideas that showcase NetApps unique valueIn-depth knowledge of Public / Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure and Service Providers.Working architectural knowledge of the entire NetApp portfolio to effectively position NetApp product / solutions to customer business problems.Requirements & Education
Minimum of 12 yearsof experience intechnical sales engineering pre-sales engineering or solutions consulting.Experience in data storage and infrastructure specifically in creating design win opportunities for customersIn-depth knowledge of AI technologies and their applicationsProven track record of driving business growth through technical solutionsStrong understanding of public / hybrid cloud infrastructure and service providers.A background with AI Hyperscalers and Cloud Service Providers is highly preferredEducation
Bachelors degree or equivalent additional experience.The target salary range for this position is228650 - 295900 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidates location qualifications experience and education and may be outside of this range. The range is based on On Target Earnings (OTE) representing the total potential earnings which is the sum of the base salary and potential commission earned when performance targets are achieved. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards reflecting a variety of factors and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance Life Insurance Retirement or Pension Plans Paid Time Off (PTO) various Leave options employee stock purchase plan and / or restricted stocks (RSUs). These offerings are subject to regional variations and governed by local lawsregulations and company policies. We will provide detailed information about the specific benefits for your region during the recruitment process.
Key Skills
Organizational Management,Presentation Skills,Agile,SAFe,AWS,Solution Architecture,Conflict Management,Data Management,Scrum,Team Management,Pre-sales,Management Consulting
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1