New

Academy - AI Sales Associate

NetApp
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Colorado, Boulder
May 01, 2025
The Sales, Support and Services (S3) Academy is a 2-year global program for early-career talent aiming to become NetApp leaders, sales professionals, and technical pioneers. It starts with a 90-day training in software, systems, and cloud technologies. We invest in new talent, valuing your energy and ideas to maintain our market leadership. You'll be challenged and supported with resources, mentoring, and feedback, while being part of a team that celebrates individuality and diverse perspectives. Job Summary We are looking for an enthusiastic AI Sales Associate to join our team. This role involves supporting the sales of NetApp's AI solutions, especially in high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) projects. The ideal candidate will assist in advising customers on AI/ML (machine learning) and DL (deep learning) technologies. You will work with account teams, partners, and customers to help deliver solutions that support AI project timelines and business goals. Job Requirements Key Responsibilities Sales Support: Assist in the sales of NetApp AI solutions within assigned accounts or territories. Help manage the sales process from prospecting to deal closure. Customer Interaction: Help identify and engage potential customers who can benefit from NetApp's AI offerings. Learn to explain how NetApp solutions improve performance, productivity, and data protection. Solution Presentation: Support the creation of business use cases for partners and customers, showing the benefits of AI/ML/DL adoption in various industries (e.g., Public Sector, EDA, Energy, Media). Team Collaboration: Work with NetApp's internal teams (sales, field engineers, product managers) to gather customer feedback and assist in creating customized programs. Collaborate with account teams and technology partners. Campaign Participation: Participate in AI/ML sales campaigns with sales and field teams, ensuring customer satisfaction. Learning and Development: Stay informed about trends in AI technologies, cloud-based AI deployments, and competitive landscapes to effectively support NetApp's positioning. Qualifications 1-3 years in business development, sales, or customer engagement within the IT sector. Some experience with AI/ML/DL projects or HPC solutions is a plus. Familiarity with enterprise sales processes is beneficial. Technical Skills: Basic understanding of AI/ML/DL infrastructures, including storage, compute, and data pipeline management. Knowledge of cloud computing and cloud-based AI/ML/DL services is a plus. Soft Skills:Good communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences. Strong business sense and the ability to understand customer needs. Ability to build and maintain business relationships with key stakeholders. Education Typically requires 0-3 years of relevant experience. Compensation: The target salary range for this position is 114,750 - 148,500. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. The range is based on 'On Target Earnings' (OTE) representing the total potential earnings, which is the sum of the base salary and potential commission earned when performance targets are achieved. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's). These offerings are subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. We will provide detailed information about the specific benefits for your region during the recruitment process. 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 NetApp? 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. We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.