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Azure NetApp Files Technical Marketing Engineer
North Carolina, United StatesAbout NetApp
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NetApp ONTAP storage operating system is our flagship data management software and the foundational platform across NetApp’s on-prem storage and first- and third-party cloud storage portfolio to help organizations build out their hybrid multicloud data environment.
Azure NetApp Files is an Azure native, first-party, enterprise-class, high-performance file storage service. It provides Volumes as a service for which you can create NetApp accounts, capacity pools, and volumes. You can also select service and performance levels and manage data protection. You can create and manage high-performance, highly available, and scalable file shares by using the same protocols and tools that you're familiar with and rely on on-premises.
Job Summary
The Azure NetApp Files Technical Marketing Engineer is a dynamic and entrepreneurial individual with a growth mindset, setting Azure NetApp Files up for the next levels of growth. They possess deep knowledge and experience across various workload categories, such as General Enterprise Filesharing, SAP, Databases (Oracle/MS SQL), Azure VMware Solution, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (Azure Virtual Desktop/Citrix), High Performance Computing, K8S (Azure Kubernetes Service), and AI/ML.
This job combines the technical expertise required for Azure NetApp Files with the entrepreneurial spirit needed to drive growth. The candidate will be a key player in the ongoing success and expansion of Azure NetApp Files within the industry.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver technical presentations, solution briefs, blogs, and white papers that articulate the value proposition of Azure NetApp Files in the following deliverable categories: Microsoft Learn documentation, Seismic, Videos (Youtube channel), Sizing tools, Azure architecture center (AAC), cloud adoption framework (CAF), well-architected framework (WAF), Microsoft Learn modules and training paths, Azure Techcommunity blogs.
- Influence product development and roadmap with field and customer perspectives.
- Create go-to-market strategies and competitive collateral to establish technical wins.
- Provide deal-specific support, including responding to technical RFPs and assisting with proof of concepts.
- Conduct technical sales and partner training sessions.
- Support product launch activities and participate in tradeshows, conferences, and technical sales training.
- Identify what’s working/not working from a pre-sales / solution perspective and make course corrections in technical messaging.
- Stay current with industry trends and competitors to identify improvements or recommend product enhancements.
Capabilities/Skills
- Strong expertise in Azure platform, management applications deployment, including configurations for Azure compute, networking, storage, security, and virtualization.
- Hands-on experience in architecting, deploying and managing enterprise-scale customer environments Azure.
- Knowledge of storage & data management use cases/orchestration and data protection in an enterprise and cloud environment.
- Experience in building and operating Test/PoC environments.
- Ability to create customer-facing creative content, including videos, presentations, blogs, and technical documents.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of tailoring messages to different audiences, including sales/pre-sales, partners, end customers and C-level executives.
- Ability to lead and work with global product, marketing and sales teams.
- Ability to deeply collaborate with Microsoft as our strategic partner.
Education
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in enterprise software, IT infrastructure, cloud (preferrable Microsoft Azure) or technical marketing.
- A Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrated ability to complete multiple, complex technical projects and author technical and business value content.
Compensation:
The target salary range for this position is 161,500 - 239,800 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. 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, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
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.
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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.
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We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.
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 favorite 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.
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