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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Partner Solutions Architect - **Company:** Netapp - **Location:** Virtual, Germany - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Data Infrastructure, Electronic Mailing, NetApp Applications, Google Cloud, HybridCloud, Data Management, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A333E5C4C7684B98A751699585A494D9/job/ ## About the Role integrators, + Solid understanding of modern IT infrastructures, hybrid cloud models, virtualization, and key hyperscaler platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Oracle Cloud). + Strong technical curiosity with the ability to grasp new trends like AI and modern data workloads, alongside a general familiarity with enterprise storage (NetApp experience is a plus, but not mandatory). + Strategic business acumen to easily translate complex technical architectures into tangible business value and customer outcomes. + Outstanding communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, enabling confident engagement with both technical staff and partner C-level executives. + A natural coaching and mentoring mindset with the ability to influence partner teams and drive mutual results through collaboration. + Fluency in both written and spoken German and English is required to support our local partner ecosystem and collaborate globally. + Willingness to travel within the region to build and maintain strong, face-to-face partner relationships. 136956 We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches. At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process. **Equal Opportunity Employer:** NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification. **Why You'll Thrive at NetApp** At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment-you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure. NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security. **Our culture** We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed-they drive everything we do. If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now. **Submitting an Application** To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application. **AI Disclosure** For select roles, some stages of our hiring process may use artificial intelligence tools to help evaluate applications and candidate selection. These tools support-rather than replace-human decision-making. ## Description among partner CTOs, practice leads, and architects. + **Partner Technical Capability & Autonomy:** Design and execute enablement strategies that empower partners to independently architect and sell modern data management and hybrid cloud solutions. + **T** **echnical Solution Advisory:** Act as the primary technical advisor and escalation point, guiding partners in designing complex architectures and integrating storage solutions. + **Pipeline Acceleration & Co-Selling:** Support joint go-to-market initiatives, proof-of-concept (PoC) activities, and technical validations to accelerate pipeline velocity. + **Cross-Functional Feedback Loop:** Bridge the gap between the partner ecosystem and internal engineering, product, and sales teams to relay partner requirements. **Job Requirements** + Proven experience in technical pre-sales, systems engineering, solutions architecture, or technical consulting, combined with a track record of driving success with partners, distributors, or system ## About NetApp [Company profile](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/companies/4287-netapp) ### More Jobs at NetApp - [Prácticas en Servicios de Usuario Madrid](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4061805-practicas-en-servicios-de-usuario-madrid) - [NetApp](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3576229-netapp) - [Mgr, Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3181724-mgr-software-engineer) - [Sr. Open Source Software Engineer (Kafka)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/48543-sr-open-source-software-engineer-kafka)