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

We are looking for a passionate Cloud Solutions Architect to drive the adoption and success of two strategic products:

AWS FSx for NetApp ONTAP (AWS enterprise storage flagship)

NetApp Workload Factory (our workload optimization and management platform)

You’ll operate at the intersection of engineering, product management, field sales, and customer success, representing customer needs inward and product innovation outward.

In this role you will:

• Act as the technical advisor for NetApp and AWS field teams – supporting both pre-sales and post-sales activities.
• Identify adoption barriers, escalate product gaps, and influence the Workload Factory roadmap.
• Design and optimize cloud architectures for critical workloads, including databases, VMware, GenAI, Kubernetes, and more.
• Build and deliver technical enablement, including reference architectures, workshops, and demos.
• Lead customer engagements directly when needed, championing usage expansion and satisfaction.
• Analyze workload usage and advise on best practices, cost optimizations, and automation.
• Work cross-functionally with AWS SA teams and NetApp Engineering on complex customer solutions.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in cloud solution architecture, storage engineering, or DevOps roles.
• Deep expertise with AWS services – especially FSx, EC2, EBS/EFS, CloudFormation, IAM.
• Ability to present technical concepts clearly to developers, architects, and executives.
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proactive, structured thinker, able to balance short-term wins with strategic goals.

Preferred Qualifications-

• Strong understanding of at least one workload domain: relational databases, VMware, AI/ML, Kubernetes, or other business applications.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Advanced Specialties (Storage, Database, Machine Learning).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).

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.

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