Principal Cloud Technical Specialist

We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

Are you passionate about driving cloud innovation in the data storage industry? Are you skilled in crafting cloud-based technical solutions that exceed customer expectations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Pure Storage, a leader in the data storage and flash technology space, is seeking a talented and motivated Principal Cloud Technical Specialist to join our dynamic Cloud Sales team. 

Reporting to the Global Cloud Specialist Leader, the Principal Cloud Technical Specialist will be part of the Enterprise Line of Business (ELoB). The Cloud Technical Specialist will play a crucial role in understanding our customers' unique challenges and tailoring Pure Storage solutions to meet their specific needs as they expand into the Azure and AWS Clouds. Collaborating closely with Pure’s Cloud and Enterprise Sales Teams, Partners and with the Microsoft and AWS teams, you will act as a technical expert during the sales process, helping to showcase the unique value of our products and solutions in both Azure and AWS environments.  The ideal candidate will currently be selling and living in the Texas area.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE YOU WILL:

• Establish yourself as a trusted technical advisor to customers and prospects in building, proving and implementing Pure’s cloud-based solutions in Azure and AWS Clouds through gathering customer requirements and translating Customer’s business needs into innovative solutions.
• Partner closely with Pure’s Account Executives, Sales Engineers, Cloud Sales Specialists, Azure and AWS Sales and Technical Teams, and channel partners to design cloud solutions showcasing the advantages of Pure Storage’s technology in Azure and AWS environments.
• Continually demonstrate your technical leadership and domain expertise on all aspects of public and private cloud, hybrid cloud architecture, FinOps, and specifically Azure and AWS through engagements with customers, partners, internal and external teams.
• Liaise with product and technical marketing teams to produce materials (i.e. whitepaper, web presentations) that support overall plans and objectives and to promote mutual roadmap exchanges with customers.
• Stay current with the competition and ensure that materials accurately reflect the latest, differentiated solution positioning
• Lead by example living the Pure Values:  Persistence, Creativity, Teamwork, Ownership and Customer-first  

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

• BS in CS, EE or other technical degree and/or equivalent experience
• Pre-sales technical experience, with an emphasis on Azure and AWS Cloud in Enterprise accounts is required
• Deep understanding of the architecture, design and implementation of complex cloud-based solutions in Azure and AWS environments
• Strong knowledge of digital transformation to a Cloud Native architecture, Public Cloud, Provisioning Automation, and Containers
• Deep understanding of Azure and AWS solutions, services and deployments a must
• Superior knowledge of current and emerging storage architectures (FC, iSCSI, NAS, OSD, SAN)
• Previous experience with Linux, NFS file systems and Linux distributed network environment
• Knowledge of VMware, Local Area Networking, Ethernet, TCP/IP and general networking
• Familiarity with containers, k8s and microservices architectures a plus
• Curiosity and passion around technology and explaining and showing new technology platforms and concepts to customers
• Familiarity with storage-intensive applications and their requirements such as structured databases (SQL, Oracle) is highly desirable
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills #LI-REMOTE

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

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. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership.
 
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.

JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST.

BRING YOUR BOLD.

BRING YOUR FLASH.