Professional Services Engineer

VAST Data; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VAST Data is looking for a Professional Services Engineer in New Jersey. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our data storage solutions are installed and operational. Key responsibilities include installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of VAST systems, along with collaboration with internal teams for product improvement. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in technical roles, strong analytical skills, and excellent customer service abilities. This position requires travel 75% of the time and the ability to lift 65-90 lbs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar technical role with expertise in data storage technologies.
• Experience in designing and implementing data storage solutions in complex environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot the VAST Data solution in customer environments.
• Collaborate with internal teams on product development and process improvement.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Data storage technologies

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Tools

VMware

Docker

Job description

Professional Services Engineer

As a Professional Services Engineer (PSE), you will be responsible for delivering a “pristine first experience of VAST” through your technical expertise and willingness to complete onsite activities across our install base, including hardware rack, stack, cable and label, VAST software installation, cluster re‑location expansions, and the occasional break‑fix request.

Combined with being highly technical, you are calm under pressure, highly communicative, detail‑oriented, and able to assess and resolve unexpected issues that may arise. You are seen as the process owners for the field activities, contributing your expertise to training and runbooks to enable VAST partners, as well as VAST Customer Support.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot the VAST Data solution in customer environments, ensuring it is fully operational and meets performance standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide input on product development and process improvement.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices related to AI and storage.
• Stay current and knowledgeable of latest VAST software releases.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a similar technical role, with expertise in data storage technologies, such as SAN, NAS, DAS, and cloud storage.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data storage solutions in complex environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies, including VMware and Docker.
• Familiarity with networking, switch configuration and troubleshooting.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift 65‑90 lbs.
• Travel: 75% – must be near a major international airport.