About NetApp

　　We're forward-thinking technology people with heart. We make our own rules, drive our own opportunities, and try to approach every challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, we can't do it alone. We know when to ask for help, collaborate with others, and partner with smart people. We embrace diversity and openness because it's in our DNA. We push limits and reward great ideas. What is your great idea?

　　"At NetApp, we fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, customers, partners, and communities to foster a higher performing organization." -George Kurian, CEO

　　Job Summary

　　Do you have a passion to push technology forward, help customers be successful, explore the latest cloud technologies, and communicate in a compelling manner? NetApp is looking for you to lead our Cloud Heroes team. The team consists of experts in public cloud technologies who work closely with customers and partners to make their cloud journeys successful. We develop reference designs for new solutions, train sales teams, work with technology partners, speak at events, and provide input to product teams to improve services.

　　Essential Functions

　　Set business and technical strategy for cloud solutionsLead team of cloud solution architects developing those solutionsThis role is a player coach who will lead the team and also contribute

　　The team

　　Leverages existing and emerging technologies to develop new solutionsCreates associated enablement tools such as code samples, automation scripts, reference designs, videos, blogs, etc.Works with customers pre and post sales to ensure their successTrains technical sales and services teamsPresents to customers and partners at industry eventsInfluences technology strategy for current and future projects communicating strategic directions to management for adoption

　　Job Requirements

　　Demonstrated leadership skills driving direct reports or others to deliver high quality output on timeBroad experience with AWS, Azure and Google Cloud as well as cloud operations toolsExperience with cloud native application development and technologiesUnderstanding of the benefits of automation strategies to achieve scale, drive process optimization, and improve operational efficiencyCustomer-centric approach: Interact frequently with customers to understand requirements and act as a customer advocate to product planningUnderstanding of cloud customer trends, use cases, technologies, and buyersDemonstrated ability to lead a high-impact technical engagement with a customer/partnerEstablished ability to build a predictable plan, effectively estimate work completion and identify key performance indicatorsDemonstrated ability to get things doneAbility to lead across business unit teams and have strong influencing skills at the Senior and Executive levelsExcellent spoken and written communication skills

　　Responsibilities

　　Lead team of highly talented cloud solution architects. Set vision for their efforts, ensure delivery of outcomes.The tasks you will be responsible for are often unstructured and the issues addressed are less defined requiring new perspectives and creative approachesYou will apply attained experiences and knowledge in solving problems that are complex in scope and scale requiring in-depth evaluationDemonstrate good judgment in solving problems as well as identifying problems in advance and proposing solutions

　　Interactions

　　You must work effectively with Staff to Vice President level employees within the function, across functions and with external partiesLimited supervision and direction is provided, as this individual can operate and drive strategic results without boundaries and set priorities independentlyThe ideal candidate will be a proactive contributor, influencer, and subject matter expertTo be successful, you must demonstrate favorable results through regular leadership and influencing othersOften acts as a mentor to both senior and junior engineers

　　Education

　　Requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer:

　　NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.

　　USA and Canada Residents Only:

　　The base salary hiring wage range for this position which the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position in the specified geographic areas or locations, is $180,090- $253,110 . Final compensation will be dependent on various factors relevant to the position and candidate such as geographical location, candidate qualifications, certifications, relevant job-related work experience, education, skillset and other relevant business and organizational factors, consistent with applicable law. In addition, the position may include some of the following comprehensive benefits such Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(K), Paid Time off (PTO), sick time, leave of absence as per the FMLA and other relevant leave laws, Company bonus/commission, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's).

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