Manager, Systems Engineer

Nutanix • Philadelphia, PA

12d • Remote

About The Position

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity Are you an experienced pre-sales Senior Systems Engineer with a passion for leadership, strong technical acumen in virtualization and cloud technologies, and a knack for building lasting relationships with customers and partners? If so, you would thrive on our dynamic Nutanix Systems Engineering team, where you will empower government entities with innovative solutions while enjoying a supportive culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning in a remote work environment. Location, working remotely: Philadelphia, Boston, NYC, or Washington D.C. About the Team The Manager, Systems Engineer role is part of the Nutanix Systems Engineering team, which specializes in providing cutting-edge solutions for the Public Sector SLED (State, Local, Education) domain. Located in the Northeast region, this team thrives on fostering an upbeat and collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous learning. The mission of this team is to empower government entities with robust virtualization, storage, and cloud technologies, ensuring they have the tools necessary to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. You will report to the Director, Systems Engineer, who emphasizes a leadership style that is both supportive and hands-on, inspiring team members through mentorship and shared technical expertise. This role is remote, allowing for flexibility in daily work habits; however, team members may need to come into the office as required for specific meetings or events, although there are no strict in-office days mandated. This position requires approximately 25% travel, encompassing visits to key customers and stakeholders within the designated territory to support evaluations, cultivate relationships, and enhance collaboration with channel partners. Occasional travel will be necessary to meet the demands of the role and ensure a strong presence in the market.

Requirements

• 5+ years of pre-sales Senior Systems Engineer experience.
• 1-2 years of managerial experience leading teams.
• Strong understanding of virtualization, storage, and cloud markets.
• Experience with public cloud offerings, SaaS, and consumption models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage HR responsibilities for direct reports.
• Experience working with government entities, particularly state and local organizations.
• Able to build and maintain relationships with customers and channel partners.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, and mentor new Systems Engineers within the region to build a high-performing team.
• Manage HR responsibilities including performance reviews, team development, and expense management.
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex evaluations and customer challenges, acting as a technical escalation point.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders, focusing on customer satisfaction and retention.
• Ensure ongoing enablement and collaboration with channel partners to leverage market opportunities.
• Foster a positive, growth-oriented team culture through effective training, support, and open communication.
• Participate in approximately 25% travel to key customer and stakeholder locations for relationship-building and support.
• Deliver quarterly performance metrics and feedback to the Director, Systems Engineer, to drive team and personal development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees