Presales Storage Architect – Unstructured Data (f/m/d)

The role of a Presales Storage Architect, Unstructured Data at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) involves working with customers to design and optimize storage solutions, particularly for unstructured data, AI, and analytics workloads. HPE is a global company that specializes in edge-to-cloud solutions, helping businesses manage and analyze their data efficiently. The company values diversity and innovation, fostering a culture that encourages growth and bold initiatives. The main day-to-day responsibilities include partnering with customers to architect scalable file and object storage solutions, understanding data flows and performance characteristics, and sizing storage solutions based on various requirements. The role also involves leading technical workshops, assessments, and proofs of concept (POCs), as well as providing expertise in S3 object storage and foundational knowledge of NFS and SMB. Additionally, the architect will collaborate with product management and engineering to translate customer needs into product priorities and roadmap strategies. To qualify for this role, candidates must have at least seven years of experience in designing, implementing, or supporting enterprise storage and data architectures. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required. Strong customer-facing architecture, consulting, or presales experience is also essential. Proficiency in S3 object storage, including buckets, objects, APIs, authentication, data protection, and common application integration, is a must. Nice-to-have skills include a strong understanding of AI inference, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), data lakes, and analytics pipelines. The role offers the flexibility of a hybrid work model, with an average of two days per week spent in an HPE office. The team at HPE is known for its collaborative and innovative spirit, providing a supportive environment for professional growth and development. What the role asks for: - 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, or supporting enterprise storage and data architectures. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. - Strong customer-facing architecture, consulting, or presales experience. - Strong foundational knowledge of S3 object storage, including buckets, objects, APIs, authentication, data protection, and common application integration.