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Position:
VMware Cloud Solutions Architect
Job Description:
As a VMWare Cloud Solution Architect, you will be supporting Arrow's Cloud Solutions sales team, Arrow Sales and their client accounts in a pre-sales and delivery role in the area of Cloud Assessments. You will be the delivery vehicle to deliver cloud assessments through our channel ecosystem. This position is responsible for supporting our reseller community in delivering cloud assessments to their end customers. Our resellers will look to you as a trusted advisor for these technologies and to be an expert in cloud services.
You bring your passion for cloud technology and customer-focused personality.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Participate in client meetings, leading the consultative sales process to identify and understand client needs
- Performs cloud assessments utilizing the assessment tools in Arrow's toolkit and lead the discussions between Arrow's cloud partners and internal sales teams to develop a solution that address the client needs
- Develop quotes and statements of work for complex assessments
- Present assessment results to clients, supported by appropriate business justifications and ROI
- Maintain client account relationships over time to continue to respond to inquiries, provide advice, and identify new opportunities
- Achieve and maintain technical certifications to demonstrate competency in required technical skills
- Assist sales in the reporting of activities, pipeline and forecasting of assessment services revenue within assigned accounts
- This position will require travel (
What We Are Looking For:
- Expertise in hybrid cloud architecture.
- Expertise in developing and selling hybrid cloud solutions.
- Experience in performing cloud assessments utilizing at least one of the following providers: (IBM Gravitant, AtaData, RISC Networks, CliQr, Cloudamize, Burstorm, CludGenera, CloudCruiser or another leading assessment tool)
- Experience working in the channel with VARs and/or MSPs
- Understanding of the technology stack to include OS, DB, middleware, application layer, virtualization and cloud technologies
- Positive attitude towards customer service at all times
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills Proficient in the use of a consultative solution selling methodology Ability to communicate technical concepts to a diverse client audience - from system administrators to CIOs
- Ability to create high-quality Presentations, Proposals, Statements of Work, and Assessment deliverables
- Self-motivated, proactive, and thrive working in an environment with limited supervision
- Works well in a team with sales and other technical associates, assuming a leadership role when appropriate
- Ability to manage workload in the midst of shifting priorities and challenging deadlines
Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelors (4-year) degree in a technical major (engineering or computer science) required 3+ years of presales technical (Solution Architect) and/or 5+ years of hands-on integration and consulting experience. Current, valid technical certifications are highly desired
What's In It For You :
At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That's why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k, With Matching Contributions
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
- Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth Opportunities
- And more!
Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:
$134,900.00 - $175,450.00
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.
Location:
US-CO-Colorado (Remote Employees)
Remote work employees may be required to be present at the closest designated Arrow office for work-related purposes, at the Company's request and sole discretion.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Category:
Sales
EEO Statement:
Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)
We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.
