Systems Architect Storage & DPS

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities: To provide pre-sales technical support to System business primarily on storage and data protection solutions. Other system solutions may be developed in accordance to company business direction. To study, analyze, integrate and architect system infrastructure solutions according to customers business, technical and operational requirements. Assists in bidding activities including solution architecting, preparation of BOM, liaising with partner/principal on technical aspects, solution verification, proposal write-ups, customer presentations, clarifications, proof of concepts and other related activities Liaise with principal and being technical champion for assigned solutions / products / technology Liaise with internal or 3rd party deployment team to ensure the successful deployment of projects Interface with customers to provide consultancy services Key Competencies: Customer Focus Drive for Results Interpersonal Savvy Listening Priority Setting Problem Solving Written Communication Functional Competencies: Solutioning Architecting Solution Verification Presenting Proposal writing Preparation of BOM Proof-of-Concepts Education and Experience: Degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent. Minimum 4 years working experience in System Infrastructure environment on storage and data protection, preferably in pre-sales support. Principal certification from Veritas, DELLEMC, NetApp, HPE, Veeam is an added advantage. Fair knowledge in common IT landscape for enterprise customer environment Must possess a strong desire to pursue and develop future career in pre-sales area, to focus on design, architecting and sales support. Strong specialization knowledge in either Veritas, DELLEMC, NetApp, HPE, Veeam solution is a strong advantage. Sound understanding in Public/Private Cloud architecture with good knowledge in end to-end solution integration. Good command of both spoken and written English Good documentation and proposal writing skills Good inter-personal and communications skill with all levels Self-motivated, self-driven and able to work independently with minimum supervision Good team player Willing to work under tight schedules to meet stringent project timelines