System (Pre-sales) Engineer - France (Evergreen role)

Posted:
12/2/2024, 10:44:39 AM

Location(s):
Île-de-France, France ⋅ Paris, Île-de-France, France

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Pay:
$155/hr or $322,400 total comp

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.

A Career within Systems Engineering

We're always looking for great talent to join our growing team in EMEA. Although we may not have an open position right now,  if you are interested in this opportunity we encourage you to apply.

 

What happen’s next..

We'll carefully review your application and if we believe we may have a role in the near future that could be a good match with your experience and qualifications, we will get in touch and may invite you to an introductory call with a member of our talent acquisition team. 

 

ABOUT THE ROLE…

As a Presales Systems Engineer you will leverage your technical expertise to pilot the sales & adoption of our PURE solutions with prospects and existing customers in the Enterprise, Commercial or Public sector. 

 

You collaborate with customers to understand their business goals, their pain points, and propose creative solutions in collaboration with our key alliance partners. You will work closely with other pre-sales, sales, partner sales & enablement, marketing, and leadership team members to help develop and grow business with the full PURE portfolio of solutions.

Your Challenge:

  • Be a Strategic Partner: Understand customers' business needs and craft tailored solutions that drive results.
  • Showcase Innovation: Deliver compelling product demonstrations and proofs of concept that highlight the value of our platform.
  • Support Sales Excellence: Refine strategies, assist with technical configurations, and ensure success in customer install bases and white-space opportunities.
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Marketing to deliver impactful events, webinars, and collateral, and support partner training and onboarding.
  • Lead & Mentor: Inspire the presales team, coach junior engineers, and drive technical initiatives within the organization.
  • Expand Opportunities: Conduct analyses to identify new business prospects and develop winning responses to RFPs and tenders.

What You’ll Achieve:

  • Design and deliver impactful product and architecture presentations that secure technical wins.
  • Manage and respond expertly to tenders, RFIs, and RFPs.
  • Collaborate with Product and Technical Marketing to produce whitepapers, presentations, and other materials.
  • Stay current with market trends and competitive landscapes to ensure our platform remains the leading choice.

What You’ll Bring...

  • Proven Expertise: 5+ years of IT pre-sales experience selling to mid-to-large enterprises, plus 3+ years of experience in the cloud infrastructure domain.
  • Technical Depth (Strongly Desired): Familiarity with storage architectures (FC, iSCSI, NAS, NVMeoF, SAN, Object S3), virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), cloud-native transformations, and provisioning automation.
  • Broad IT Knowledge: Experience with UNIX environments, networking protocols (TCP/IP, Ethernet), application backup software, and multi-tiered client/server systems.
  • Market Savvy: Ability to target new prospects, convert them into clients, and navigate the competitive landscape effectively.
  • Collaborative Leadership: Team-oriented, open-minded, and able to mentor junior team members while excelling in cross-functional initiatives.
  • Native/Bilingual French and business professional English Required

Why Join Us?

  • One Platform for Innovation: Be part of a unified, cutting-edge platform that simplifies and powers the future of software and storage infrastructure.
  • Growth-Oriented Culture: Thrive in an environment that values thought leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Engage with groundbreaking solutions that redefine storage and data management.
  • Global Impact: Drive success in dynamic markets across EMEA, working with some of the world’s largest enterprises.

Take the leap and redefine the boundaries of what’s possible with one platform for the future of storage and infrastructure. Let’s build the future together.

 

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 [email protected].

 

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