Sr. Systems Sales Engineer

Job Summary

Join Nutanix as a Sr. Systems Sales Engineer in Washington, D.C., US. This senior presales role blends deep technical expertise with customer‑facing skills to design and sell innovative cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with sales teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into Nutanix architecture designs.
• Deliver compelling technical presentations, demos, and proof‑of‑concepts for enterprise prospects.
• Provide expert guidance on cloud, hyper‑converged, and infrastructure solutions throughout the sales cycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices across the regional presales team.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, solution blueprints, and ROI models.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to relay market feedback and influence product roadmaps.
• Achieve quarterly sales targets and contribute to overall revenue growth.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or technical sales.
• Strong background with virtualization, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and hyper‑converged infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of influencing enterprise buying decisions and meeting sales quotas.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Nutanix Certified Professional, AWS Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $140,788.61 per year. Additional performance incentives, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

Why Nutanix?

At Nutanix you’ll work with cutting‑edge cloud technology, a collaborative global team, and a culture that values humility, honesty, and heart. Grow your career while helping customers transform their IT landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Sr. Systems Sales Engineer do at Nutanix?

They partner with sales, design cloud and hyper‑converged solutions, deliver demos, mentor junior staff, and help close enterprise deals.

What qualifications are required for this position?

At least 7 years of systems engineering or technical sales experience, strong cloud and virtualization knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

What is the compensation for this role?

The base salary is $140,788.61 per year, plus performance incentives and a full benefits package.