Cloud Native Architect, Portworx, Netherlands

We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.

This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

Portworx by Pure Storage is the leading global solution for unlocking the potential of Kubernetes by unlocking the power of data at enterprise scale.  Portworx is a cloud native platform that enterprises depend on to reduce the cost and complexity of rapidly deploying containerized applications across multiple clouds and on-prem environments.  By providing a single standard that works across the environment, we reduce the operating cost of kubernetes, unlock more use cases, respond and pivot to changes due to economic, regulatory and/or business impacts and make it easier to modernize applications, delight developers, and deliver innovation.

Via Portworx, you can manage any database or stateful service on any infrastructure using any container scheduler. You get a single data management layer for all of your stateful services, no matter where they run. And we thrive in multi-cloud environments.

We are looking for Kubernetes experts to help our team capture this massive and rapidly growing market opportunity.  This architect role will serve as the vanguard of the “Kubernetes Everywhere” movement. There’s no safe harbor here for those that can’t, don't, or won’t. There’s also no room for those that put “I” ahead of “We”.

We are customer first, we lead with integrity, and recognize that unlocking achievement requires engagement across the full spectrum of co-selling partners. We are builders, creators, and helping define the next generation of the world’s best modern data platform at Pure.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

The Pure Storage Cloud Architecture team is responsible for providing pre-sales deep technical and business expertise to customers who want to run stateful applications in containers and automate “Day 2” data management workflows.

WHAT IT TAKES, TECHNICALLY:

• 5+ years experience as a customer facing senior-level technical architect.
• Charismatic, confident, and likable self-starter with a track record of success on stage, in the spotlight, and with customers.
• Team oriented leader that is able to coach and drive desired behavior through influence rather than title.
• 5+ years of Linux Administration and/or Linux development experience with an industry recognized administration-level or higher certification.
• 3+ years of Kubernetes Administration experience and a KCNA (Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate) or above certification.
• Certification-level fluency in OpenShift, Rancher, or other Kubernetes orchestration environment.
• Certification-level fluency in Cloud IaaS environments such as VMware, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform and OpenStack.
• Certification-level fluency with DevOps concepts and hands-on experience with associated tools, such as; Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and CI/CD pipeline applications.
• Certification-level fluency in data engineering, big data, and database operations, delivery and operational services.
• Demonstrable understanding of data platform technologies as they relate to highly available business applications on-prem, hybrid, and in the cloud
• Demonstrable understanding of the enterprise application development lifecycle and container platforms’ effect on it.
• Demonstrable ability to see and present ‘the big picture’ e.g. thought leadership, offer solutions to improve upon it, and challenge the status quo when it is not in alignment with or in the best interest of desired customer outcomes.
• Demonstrable ability to distill complex problems into a simplified vision that drives customer interest in Pure technologies
• Strong bias for continuous improvement both personally and professionally.
• Ability to travel as needed regionally (up-to 60%)

SPECIALTY SKILLS:

• Certification-level fluency in Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
• Certification-level fluency in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

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. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.

WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. At Pure Storage, diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.​ 

Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel you’re a good match, please apply.