Subject Matter Expert - Cloud Native

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The Opportunity

Subject Matter Expert - Cloud Native

Are you an expert at designing and implementing Cloud Native Infrastructure on prem and on cloud? Here's an opportunity to share your expertise with a global team of Cloud Native consultants. You will work together with Product Managers to craft solutions that drive new product adoption. A key deliverable expected would be to own the compilation and publishing of “Service Delivery Kits” (SDKs) that will be used by the extended professional services team to deliver various Cloud Native services around Nutanix products.

You should possess deep, hands-on expertise in Kubernetes, containers on major private cloud (Nutanix / VMware / OpenShift / Bare metal) and public cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP).

Strong understanding of CI/CD, DevSecOps, and enterprise architecture, application modernization, and agile methodologies.

Exceptional communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

About the Team

At Nutanix, you will be joining the Global Practice team, a diverse and talented group of professionals located across the US, EMEA, India, and APAC. With a team size of 10 members, our culture is built on an unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional service and tailored solutions to our clients, addressing their unique IT infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on collaborative work, leveraging innovative strategies, and implementing cutting-edge technologies to drive success. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our accolade of the NorthFace Service Award for ten consecutive years, which underscores our mission to exceed client expectations and highlights our global recognition in the industry.

You will report to the Global Practice Leader - Cloud Native Practice . This role operates in a hybrid capacity, blending the benefits of remote work with the advantages of in-person collaboration. In locations where our workplace policy applies (i.e. San Jose, Durham, Mexico City, Bangalore, Pune, Hoofddorp, Belgrade, Barcelona, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo), employees are expected to work onsite a minimum of 3 days per week to foster collaboration, team alignment, and access to in-office resources. Workplace type may vary based on location and team requirements. Please speak with your recruiter for details. Additional team-specific guidance and norms will be provided by your manager. Travel may be necessary up to 30% of the time, providing opportunities for in-person collaboration with clients and team members as needed.

Your Role

• Anchor the development and enhancement of professional services based on Nutanix’s Cloud Native offerings, translating market demands into innovative, market-ready solutions.

• Drive the successful initial delivery of new Cloud Native services, ensuring quality and knowledge transfer to the global consulting team.

• Establish and uphold technical standards, peer review processes, and best practices across engagements.

• Act as the primary technical authority for Cloud Native initiatives, providing thought leadership and pre-sales support globally.

• Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams, integrating field knowledge into product roadmaps and enhancements for Nutanix solutions.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive training and enablement program for consultants, ensuring skilled delivery of networking and security solutions.

• Create impactful thought leadership content that strengthens Nutanix's position as a leader in enterprise networking and security.

• Set and monitor key performance indicators for consulting service quality and customer satisfaction in the Cloud Native domain.

What You Will Bring

• 15+ years of IT services experience with a minimum of 5 years in cloud-native technologies.

• Proven leadership in managing global practices or large-scale cloud-native programs.

• Deep expertise in Kubernetes, containers, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, application modernization, and agile methodologies.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; relevant cloud-native certifications are a plus.

• Ability to analyze and navigate contractual and commercial constructs in services engagements.

• Self-motivated with the capability to thrive in unstructured environments while driving strategic execution.

Work Arrangement

Remote: This position is primarily remote. There is no specific in-office requirement, however, there may be circumstances where you may be required to come into a local office for a specific purpose, and/or to travel to other locations based on business needs.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $ 160,000 and USD $ 230,000 per year.

However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Our application deadline is 40 days from the date of posting. In good faith, the posting may be removed prior to this date if the position is filled or extended in good faith.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer Nutanix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and (in the U.S.) an Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected by applicable law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of qualifications for the job to be filled. We strive to foster an inclusive working environment that enables all our Nutants to be themselves and to do great work in a safe and welcoming environment, free of unlawful discrimination, intimidation or harassment. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io.