Senior Solutions Architect FlashStack

Profile

Senior Solutions Architect, FlashStack
at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
Mountain View, CA
BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.
Since our founding in 2009, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. has empowered innovators to build a better world with data. In less than eight years, Pure reached $1B in sales, faster than nearly every enterprise company in history, and our incredible growth continues to outpace the competition.
Our mission? Give technologists their time back by delivering a modern data experience that empowers organizations to run their operations as a true, automated, storage as-a-service model seamlessly across multiple clouds.
The secret sauce? More than 3,000 team members (and growing!) around the world who join forces to invent the next big thing. And then the next one.
We’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions
, and as we continue to gobble up market share, we’re blazing trails and setting records:
For
seven straight years, Pure has been named a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant
(five years in the MQ for Solid-State Arrays, and two in the newly created MQ
for Primary Storage).
Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a 2020 Medallia
Net Promoter Score
, certified by Owen CX,
in the top 1% of B2B companies
If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.
SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE…
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking to hire a Solutions Architect focused on FlashStack Solutions for the Engineered Solutions Group. This individual is a highly technical professional with an in-depth knowledge of the storage industry and specifically of FlashStack products and solutions, including the Cisco data center product portfolio (Nexus/MDS/UCS). Strong knowledge of Converged Infrastructure Solutions (FlashStack, Flexpod, VersaStack etc) software, hardware (appliances), and tools is a requirement.
You will work to create technical content for **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. products and solutions that are targeted to Customers, Field Sales Teams, and Partners. You will also work closely with Product Management as well as other teams on the company’s current and future strategies.
If you are a creative thinker and can independently determine what needs to be done and how to do it, we are looking for you.
Essential Functions:
Influence and execute the solutions roadmap in the FlashStack area
Responsible for developing technical collateral to highlight Reference Architectures and Best Practices
Includes the delivery of Cisco Validated Designs (CVDs)
Build and demonstrate solutions within our lab using **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. and Cisco technologies
Lead projects working with cross-functional teams to build and demonstrate solutions
Create technical presentations for customer, field, and partner use
Learn and understand the technical strategy in regard to Marketing Requirements Documents (MRD). This may include participating in cross-functional teams to review and influence product roadmaps
Evangelize the FlashStack Solution both internally and externally to customers/partners/prospects.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...
Strong execution skills:
Ability to plan, outline and publish professional technical documents on schedule
Ability to translate technical features into tangible customer business benefits
Ability to work collaboratively within a team, cross-functionally within the company, and with partners
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise professional manner, tailored to the appropriate audience; including both verbal and written communications
Must be able to manage multiple priorities and tasks within a dynamic work environment
Some travel, domestic and international, may be required
Product knowledge:
Experience with scripting environments, including Ansible, Terraform, and Python, is required.
Thorough knowledge of FlashStack SmartConfig, Cisco Intersight, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), Cisco Intersight Workload Optimizer (IWO), Cisco Intersight Kubernetes Service (IKS), and Cisco UCS Director is required.
Including knowledge of UCS boot from SAN, Direct Attach, and Firmware update
Working knowledge of data center infrastructures and environments, including storage, compute, and networking
Sound infrastructure knowledge in Linux distributions including virtualization technologies
Ability to create, architect, and implement a solution in our lab to create demos, a testbed for new products, and benchmarks
Basic programming knowledge is highly preferred as the role would involve understanding, modifying, and creating automation toolkits to perform and streamline proof of concepts and other studies.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, Go is a big plus
Education & experience:
A minimum of 10 years of experience is required.
A Bachelor of Science or Masters degree in computer science or related technical discipline; or equivalent experience is required.
Demonstrated ability to have successfully completed multiple, complex technical projects.
Demonstrated experience in authoring technical white papers as well as project outlining and/or planning is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to interpret performance data from operating systems. Experience with performance tuning and troubleshooting is highly desired
Public speaking skills are required as you will be representing **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. at various industry events.
High Availability and cross-data center replication knowledge at the application or storage level is a plus
Cisco Community Engagement: - Cisco DevNet/User Groups/SocialMedia.
BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY.
Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.
Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.
PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY.
Research shows that in order to apply for a job women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. You don't have to meet all the job requirements. If you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.
Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at
****
APPLICANT & CANDIDATE PERSONAL INFORMATION PRIVACY NOTICE.
If you're wondering how or why Pure collects or uses information you provide, we invite you to check out our
Applicant & Candidate Personal Information Protection Notice
DEEMED EXPORT LICENSE NOTICE.
Some positions may require a deemed export license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Please note: Pure does not currently sponsor deemed export license applications so we are unable to proceed with applicants requiring stated sponsorship.

Company info

Sign Up Now - WashingtondcCrossing.com