Student Associate Systems Engineer, CoE (Prague) - 12mth FTC, 20hrs per wk
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We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.
This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
Are you passionate about technology and how it can be applied to solve real business problems? Data is at the centre of modern businesses across both traditional and disruptive industries and is the engine behind AI/ML technologies. Pure Storage has earned a reputation for creating data storage solutions that delight our customers and enable them to innovate and adapt.
This opportunity is ideal for students who want to grow their technical and business acumen by gaining real world experience in a fast moving, highly innovative technology environment.
As a Student Associate Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in maximising customer satisfaction and value through activities that drive customer adoption of Pure Storage technologies as well as lifecycle management of customers’ fleet of products and solutions.
You will work on real-world customer challenges and impactful projects designed to bring the full value of Pure’s Data Storage Platform to our customers. You will collaborate on realising strategic initiatives involving cross-functional teams in domains from sales and marketing to support and professional services.
SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE, YOU WILL…
- Assist internal teams with configuration validation in support of sales opportunities
- Collect and acquire data for use in the creation of sales plays and lifecycle management programs and processes
- Work with established programs and sizing tools to provide customers with a product performance solution that meets and exceeds their expectations
- Assist with solution designs and take point on simple designs
- Assist prospects and customers with basic demonstrations, system configurations, feature adoption, and answers to technical questions
- Work with established programs and sizing tools to support customer pursuits
- Work cross functionally with internal departments such as Customer Support, Professional Services, Renewal, Sales Operations, and Order Management
- Supports both pre-sales and post-sales activities, optimizing customer engagement and satisfaction
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...
- Currently pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or later
- Able to commit 20 hours per week in-person work during the academic year
- Passion for technology and aptitude to learn new technologies
- Conscientious attitude and dependability, strengths in teamwork and communication
- Fluent, professional level English language. Other European languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish) are helpful.
- Confident, articulate and professional speaking abilities, and a strong ability to listen
- Ability to collect data, identify problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Preparation and delivery of technical presentations
- Demonstrated listening, written communication and product presentation skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects, in real-time scenarios
- Apply critical thinking techniques to work through customer situations and interactions
- Willingness to relocate upon promotion
- Awareness of current and emerging storage architectures (FC, iSCSI, NAS, OSD, SAN) preferred
- Knowledge of VMware, Windows, UNIX OS variants (Linux, AIX, …), NFS file systems and network environments helpful
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
- Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
- Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
- Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:
Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at [email protected] if you’re invited to an interview.
OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:
We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership.
Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.