Partner Technical Lead - Services
NetApp
About NetApp
NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, turning a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. No matter the data type, workload or environment, we help our customers identify and realize new business possibilities. And it all starts with our people.
If this sounds like something you want to be part of, NetApp is the place for you. You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, you won't be doing it alone. At NetApp, we're all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization - and beyond.
Job Summary
NetApp has a challenging and exciting opportunity for an individual contributor within NetApp’s Partner organization. This role will facilitate, lead and drive the incubation and business transformation to, land and expand cloud-based solutions in new markets with new and innovative offerings by co-creating services around partner practices. In intercepting partner practice opportunities, you will design and incubate technical solutions to meet customer business requirements. The successful candidate will be a thought leader in any of the following focus areas: hybrid cloud design, machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data, ITSM(ITILv3) integration, automation.
Job Requirements
- 7+ years of technical design and architectural experience in the IT industry
- Comfortable working at CEO/Director level with excellent communication skills
- Proven problem-solving and decisiveness in a matrixed environment.
- Proficient in technical functions, customer transformation, and consultative selling
- Financial acumen and project team management skills
- Effective collaboration and influence skills
- Deep understanding of IT Service Management and hybrid-cloud solutions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of NetApp and competitor storage portfolios
- Understanding of cloud and data center technologies
- Possession of certifications in NetApp, VMware, Cisco, ITIL v3, and experience in at least two technical towers.
Skills & Competencies
- Collaborate with partner and NetApp teams to create IT service strategies and solution designs
- Engage with customer executives as a trusted IT advisor
- Develop innovative solutions and identify trends for new wins and customer expansions
- Lead development of methods and IP for cloud transformation.
- Define and develop solutions with partners.
- Collaborate with various NetApp teams to achieve business objectives
- Guide clients in migrating to hybrid or public cloud solutions
- Provide technical input to Product Management and Marketing
- Handle complex, unstructured scenarios with creative approaches.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification.
Why NetApp?
In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one knows how to elevate the world's biggest clouds like NetApp. We are data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers, partners, and communities.
We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favourite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.
If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.
Submitting an application
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