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Consulting Field Solutions Architect - AI/Analytics - North Central Enterprise

Pure Storage logoPure Storage$171,500–$257,600/yrChicago, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; Indianapolis, Indiana; Kansas City, Kansas; Minneapolis, Minnesota; St. Louis, MissouriListed 3w ago

Taken at the midpoint of its range, $214,550/yr, this role pays more than the middle Sales Engineering & Solutions opening on the board today ($190k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $150k–$302k/yr.

The posting

Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem.

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.

THE ROLE

We are looking for passionate, inspirational, hands-on leaders for Everpure’s fastest growing and cutting edge team - the Analytics & AI Field Solutions Architects. The Analytics & AI FSAs are highly motivated technical sales resources whose goal is to provide guidance, enablement, and support for all things Analytics & AI focusing on opportunities and partnerships across a sales region. This leader must understand the clients' overall business, how to position the value of the Everpure Solution, and be an authority on how Everpure exists in various high performance data pipelines.

This person is also responsible for ensuring Everpure Enterprise account teams are effectively qualifying and positioning Analytics & AI opportunities in their sales area as well as providing enablement internally and externally to our channel partner community. The position requires the ability to work cross functionally across Solutions, Marketing, Alliances, Engineering, Enablement, Sales, etc. to align initiatives and go to market campaigns while maintaining technical expertise in all new and upcoming solutions in the space.

The selected candidate MUST reside in Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana or Missouri.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Creating field facing solutions content (Technical Walkthroughs, Deep Dives, Demos, Qualification Guides, etc.) for specific solutions around Analytics & AI
  • Mainstreaming solution area and other enablement projects to better equip the field for the first stages of Analytics & AI opportunities
  • Webinars/Events presentations including internal and external content with Alliance Partners, Channel Partners, Vendors, etc.
  • Participate in customer facing calls, demos, POCs, EBCs, internal strategy/sizing sessions, and other related solution-focused activities
  • Staying abreast of advancements in both our internal product offerings (FlashArray, FlashBlade, Portworx), new and updated solutions briefs, and formalizing an enablement plan from those
  • Solutions Roadmap participation/influence, daily conversations with Solutions Architects and Product Management about field impact, deals, and feedback from the field on existing solutions, etc.
  • Daily Slack availability and enablement, leading to customer/opportunity influence
  • Participation/oversight in field testing in order to document anecdotal knowledge about that application and platform, in order to bridge the gap between not having a solution and Solutions officially testing
  • Post sales assists/troubleshooting with expert level knowledge around solutions
  • Partner with Enterprise Sales Leaders for two-way feedback and communication
  • Be a beacon of positivity capable of inspiring and motivating the field to reach higher levels of success and attracting customers to adopt Everpure Storage technology
  • High degree of cross-functional engagement with other GTM and corporate functions
  • Communicate, connect and align people within the direct team and develop internal relationships across Everpure

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field / equivalent experience preferred
  • 8+ years of Pre-sales experience in IT
  • Strong technical acumen in the Analytics & AI space with deep interest and vision for the industry
  • Strong understanding of the infrastructure (servers, networking, storage, etc) that underpins a high performance environment
  • Experience leading from the front with a strong reputation as an industry-respected technical evangelist with demonstrated deep expertise in key technologies
  • Exceptional level of specialized sales with Analytics & AI product solution knowledge and a solid understanding of Everpure competitive domain in these technologies
  • Able to articulate and understand the customer strategy and Everpure solution strategy to a technical level of detail
  • Ability to explain complex concepts in a simple to understand distilled manner to teach account teams and partners about Everpure’s Analytics & AI solutions
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as excellent presentation skills
  • Proficiency with G-Suite, CRM and opportunity management systems, preferably Salesforce.com
  • Strong technical and tactical problem-solving skills and experience with complex engineering designs
  • Knowledge of the Analytics & AI landscape and how they all play together at Everpure for a specific outcome for a customer. These may include various applications/technologies part of a larger data pipeline such as Splunk, Elastic Search, Kafka, Spark, Snowflake, Vertica, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc. that traditionally run alongside Nvidia products, cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) in a virtualized or containerized environment
  • Ability to travel within assigned territory and other locations throughout the US - 50% to 60%
  • Strong work ethic, attitude and follow through ability
  • Publications and Social Media presence is a plus

#LI-REMOTE

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Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

The annual base salary range is

$171,500 - $257,600 USD

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

  • Innovation : We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers.
  • 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 Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
  • 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 http://benefits.everpuredata.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 TA-Ops@purestorage.com 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.

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity 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.

Taken from Pure Storage's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.

The application

Your details and CV, then 7 questions.

Have readyCVCover letter (optional)LinkedIn (optional)
  1. 1.
    Have you previously worked for Pure Storage?Pick one: No · Yes · Current Contractor · Former Contractor
  2. 2.
    Who is your current (or most recent) employer?Short answer
  3. 3.
    What is your current (or most recent) title?Short answer
  4. 4.
    Personal Information PolicyPick any: Acknowledge/Confirm
  5. 5.
    Does the deemed export rule affect your employment by Pure?Yes or no
  6. 6.
    Are you authorized to work in the country you are applying to work in?Yes or no
  7. 7.
    Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?Yes or no

From Pure Storage's apply page, checked 30 Oct 2026.

About Pure Storage

All-flash storage, Evergreen subscriptions and Portworx for enterprises and public agencies, now sold under the Everpure name.

Pay schedule: Base salary on the company payroll, with incentive pay and equity where the role qualifies.

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