Professional Services Consultant

About NetApp We’re forward-thinking technology people with heart. We make our own rules, drive our own opportunities, and try to approach every challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, we can’t do it alone. We know when to ask for help, collaborate with others, and partner with smart people. We embrace diversity and openness because it’s in our DNA. We push limits and reward great ideas. What is your great idea? "At NetApp, we fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, customers, partners, and communities to foster a higher performing organization." -George Kurian, CEO Job Summary This is a Professional Services Consultant opportunity for an experienced and capable individual with excellent technology and consulting skills. In this position you'll have the opportunity to: Lead and deploy highly complex post-sales projects involving Public Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, Infrastructure Automation and Data Migrations. Understand and translate customer requirements into technical designs which you then deliver. Produce detailed technical planning, design, implementation, and final “As-Built” documentation. Deliver company marketed solutions and services packages. Work with Service Account Executives to establish deliverables, define the scope of work and estimate the level of effort required for projects. Provide basic project management on projects with no formal Project Manager assigned. Job Requirements Expertise in NetApp technologies strongly preferred but experience in other similar vendors solutions is also appropriate Strong automation skills and experience, preferably in Ansible, Python or Terraform Skills and experience in delivering Public Cloud storage projects, specifically Azure and AWS. Experience of delivering infrastructure projects using Storage, Servers, Networks and Applications. Experience of delivering SAN and NAS based storage infrastructure projects Strong experience with Windows Servers, Linux and VMWare is essential Ability to own projects from kick off to close out, with multiple projects in your pipeline Ability to run project initiation and technical workshops Ability to work Evenings and/or Weekends where required Ability to travel throughout the UK when needed. Education and Certification Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or similar applicable field, and a minimum of 8-12 years applicable technical experience; or commensurate combination of education/certifications/training and years of experience. Possession of any of the following technical certification would be very advantageous: NetApp (NCDA, NCIE) VMware (VCP, VCAP. VCDX) Cisco (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) Azure (Microsoft Azure Administrator) AWS (Certified Solutions Architect - Associate) Did you know 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 expect a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off per year to volunteer with their favorite 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. We also offer financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. If you run toward knowledge and problem-solving, join us.