Job Description

DescriptionPosition at Wind RiverAbout Wind RiverWind River is a global leader in delivering software solutions that drive digital transformation across critical industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Telecommunications, and more. As a forward-thinking software company, we empower customers to achieve their business goals through innovative solutions, trusted expertise, and a commitment to excellence.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThis role requires managing the technical requirements of enterprises and cloud infrastructure providers. You will leverage cutting-edge cloud technologies, including Kubernetes, OpenStack, virtualization, and containerization, to deliver high-performance, production-grade solutions for managing cloud and edge infrastructure. Optimized for scalability and performance, the solutions you will support address the complex challenges of deploying and managing distributed, cloud-native infrastructure.You must have experience in software engineering with a strong focus on cloud technologies. You must be capable of understanding the customer's problems and proposing solutions using our product offerings and services. You should also have a strong grasp of commercial software project development cycles and project management. Some amount of travel will be required.Interface & CollaborationYou will report to the Manager of Solutions Engineering and will be an integral part of the cloud solutions engineering and architecture team. You will work with specialized Account Managers (AM)/Directors and strive to become the trusted technical advisor to our enterprise and cloud provider clients by understanding their business needs and addressing those needs through our products, services, and solutions. You will collaborate with sales account teams, engineering, product management, and other members of the solutions engineering team.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all technical needs of assigned customer accounts and partners.
• Serve as a single technical point of contact and become the customer's trusted advisor and the company's solutions expert.
• Understand customer use cases, Architect, Develop, and deliver Proofs of Concept (PoCs), demos, and presentations.
• Collaborate with customers to develop and customize parts of the POC or demo and accelerate sales.
• Exhibit leadership skills during customer requirements analysis and create tailored technical solutions while identifying potential business opportunities.
• Stay informed and contribute to relevant open-source projects and standards. Active participation in open-source communities based on business needs is expected.
• Remove technical barriers to customer adoption of solutions.
• Increase market share with each customer by demonstrating tangible value.

ABOUT YOUCore Competencies & Demonstrated Success

• Be hands-on in developing and delivering customer Proof of Concepts (PoCs).
• Experience with open-source projects such as Kubernetes, OpenStack, or similar is highly valued, with the ability to contribute as a representative of the company.
• Demonstrated ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences and present confidently in front of customers.
• Capable of working independently in customer locations or labs when required.

QualificationsThe ideal candidate should have 5+ years of software development or solutions architecting experience in the following areas:

• Strong knowledge of cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes, OpenStack, virtualization, and containers.
• Expertise in designing system-level solutions for distributed cloud and edge applications.
• Proficiency in networking concepts such as network stacks, switching, and routing.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Perl, and C++/C.
• Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English for business discussions.
• Availability to travel up to 25% on short notice

BENEFITS

• Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid Work.
• Medical insurance: Group Medical Insurance coverage.
• Additional shared cost medical benefit in the form of reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation and Time off: Employees are eligible for various types of paid time off.
• Additional Time off's - Birthday, Volunteer Time off, Wedding.
• Wellness Benefits through

Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.Diversity is foundational for Wind River's business success. We want to be a workplace of choice for all people and we value the unique perspectives offered by a diverse workforce. Wind River does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. This principle applies to all areas of employment: recruitment and hiring, training, performance evaluations, promotions and transfers, compensation and benefits, and social and recreational programs.Wind River desires to be an employer of choice with an inclusive environment for all individuals. As part of this goal and in compliance with various laws and regulations, Wind River provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees. Requests for reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees are examined on a case-by-case basis. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interviewing, hiring or at any other time during the employment process. You can email us at: . Please do not include personal medical information in the email.

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