Manager, Systems Engineering

Nutanix•Minneapolis, MN

6d•$233,000 - $349,000•Remote

About The Position

This role is for an experienced leader with a strong background in systems engineering and a proven ability to build high-performing presales teams. The position offers the opportunity to drive innovative strategies, enhance customer relationships, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic remote environment. The role is part of the Midwest based Presales Systems Engineering (SE) team at Nutanix, which values collaboration, accountability, and delivering results. The team's mission focuses on partnering closely with sales to drive meaningful outcomes for customers. The culture within the team is both supportive and performance-driven, emphasizing mentorship, growth, and continuous improvement. The work setup for this role is primarily remote, allowing for flexibility while maintaining a strong connection to the field. The position is field-facing, and while it offers remote work options, regular visits to the office are not mandatory. The role requires approximately 25% travel to engage with customers, partners, and team members. Candidates should be based in MN, MO, KS or NE.

Requirements

7+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering and presales leadership
Proven background as a quota-carrying SE or architect
Strong collaboration skills with sales and ability to influence outcomes
In-depth knowledge of cloud technologies, Kubernetes, and modern data center solutions
Experience managing customer engagements in complex enterprise environments
Ability to coach and mentor teams to drive high performance
Familiarity with Salesforce, Slack, and other collaboration tools
Excellent relationship-building skills with customers and partners

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Systems Engineers focused on presales activities.
Collaborate with sales leadership to establish and execute strategies that drive pipeline and performance.
Engage directly with key deals, proof of concepts (PoCs), and customer engagements to ensure success.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners to enhance business outcomes.
Drive accountability for team performance, development, and achievement of quota expectations.
Identify and implement process improvements to optimize team operations and execution.
Continuously stay informed about the technology landscape and competitive positioning.
Set and achieve first-year objectives to improve team collaboration, performance metrics, and customer satisfaction.