BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.

What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse? 

The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions. 

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

• For ten straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant 
• Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally
• Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions
• And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE…

The Director, Systems Engineering is a senior leadership role that aligns with the sales RVP for our North EMEA operation. This role is focused on orchestrating all of the technical resources within the region, irrespective of the reporting structure, to achieve the desired goals of the company.

With two distinct lines of business, Enterprise and Commercial, the successful candidate will have experience of selling into large organisations as well as a thorough understanding of the value of leveraging channel partners and how to maximize that value.  

As such you will have a proven pedigree of leading successful teams in a technical pre-sales or post sales environment. At times as a senior level resource, you may be expected to lead from the front on key client or partner engagements and you will be comfortable quickly establishing yourself as a thought leader and trusted advisor with key senior client stakeholders.

The Director, Systems Engineering will need to have a broad base of skills and experience, be a good communicator and leader, a team motivator and will need to work well with cross functional teams.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

The role is focused on four key outcomes.

  1) Help grow revenue within the region

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside the Sales RVP to define and execute the future strategy of the region.

• Work with the sales and pre-sales leadership to establish and track progress against a plan for creating long-term, sustainable growth.
• Engage directly with pre-sales and sales leadership to strategize on the team's opportunities and ensure the correct engagement on pre-sales activities
• Lead, report and the analyse the pipeline and forecast from a technical perspective

  2) Provide Organizational Leadership

• Hire and lead a world class team of System Engineering Managers and Systems Engineers, helping to ensure technical success throughout the sales process
• Develop, improve, and maintain resources, ensuring they are efficiently deployed to successfully meet and exceed the company’s sales goals whilst also supporting a broad range of customer and partner needs.
• Help ensure that all available overlay team resources are aligned to the regions’ success
• Mentor/coach and conduct regular 1:1’s with team members to provide constructive feedback and skills development
• Ensure that every employee has an Individual Development Plan

  3) Alignment, Cooperation and Partnership

• Ensure alignment of technical message and approach across the overlay functions inc. Channel, Data Architects, PSE, FSA, CTO and PS organisations
• Build relationships and alignment with technical equivalents within regional Alliance and Channel partners
• Build and maintain your network both within and outside of Pure

  4) Maintain the Culture

Possibly, the hardest, but most important part of the role. Pure has a unique culture that has driven our success. As we transition from a startup to a company focused on sustaining growth, we need to work hard to balance the demands of the business with the culture of the company.

• Be the custodian of, and live the, values of Pure
• Recognize and reward outstanding behaviors and success within the team
• Undertake regular team building events as appropriate

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE…

The following is a list of favored competencies

Intellectual Curiosity

• Interact with customers, partners  and prospects to understand their business challenges and engagement in pre-sales process
• Understand the big picture, industry trends and our competition
• Self Development  - Technical, Leadership & Soft skills 

Communicate Effectively

• Cascade communication and goals throughout your teams
• Leverage the field management process to build strong working relationships with cross functional teams to ensure alignment between pre and post sales activities, whilst ensuring solutions are implemented and supported in-line with client expectations
• Understand and communicate technical issues and/or enhancement requests from customers back to technical support, product management and R&D

Adapt and Adjust

• Be a keen observer. Effectively analyse the results of employee actions and take notice of any shortcomings that could be detrimentally affecting overall productivity
• Adapt to changes and quickly make adjustments to operations as needed

Active Contributor

• Be the executive sponsor in the region for a selection of larger opportunities
• Participate in regional industry events/organisations as a thought leader
• Promote products and business solutions at conferences, forums, and seminars.

Have Strong Ethics and Personal Integrity

• Treat people with respect at all times
• Care about the company and our people

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%. Regardless of how you identify, 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 TA-Ops@purestorage.com.

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