Cloud Native Architect, Portworx (UK - Staines)

• The role leads the full cloud native technical sales lifecycle for opportunities, spanning discovery, architectural alignment, workshops, demonstrations, POC or POV execution, and technical wrap-up. Ownership includes defining success criteria, guiding validation, and securing the technical decision. • Architectural responsibility centers on Kubernetes-centric data platforms that span multiple environments, business units, and regions. Solutions are designed in collaboration with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between technical design, operational reality, and business objectives. • As the primary technical advisor, the CNA engages senior engineering leaders and executives through briefings, architecture workshops, and steering discussions. Close partnership with account teams and co-sellers ensures technical strategy and commercial goals remain aligned. • The role also contributes beyond individual opportunities by mentoring peers, sharing best practices, and participating in thought leadership through customer forums, community events, and industry engagements.