Develop and manage a portfolio of technology and ISV partnerships for our VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) division
Develop an ecosystem of partners who test and certify their containerized software for deployment on VCF using our vSphere Kubernetes Service
Drive CTO-level conversations, end-to-end business development activities, and complex, cross-group collaborations to deliver business results
Develop new technology and ISV partnerships to expand our ecosystem of software partners who interoperate with our platform
Proactively engage with technology and ISV partners on the value proposition of VKS for our ecosystem and customers
Develop and manage the Tech/ISV VKS validation program, assets and collateral
Drive work streams and deliverables to enable product interoperability by collaborating across partner and VCF product, engineering, and marketing teams
Identify and drive additional opportunities for joint solution differentiation and route to market activations
Manage collaborations across cross-functional teams and support the Technology Alliance Program (TAP) and members
Clearly and concisely report and communicate business results and metrics
Requirements
Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of professional experience in partner management, business development or related roles in technology
Proven track record of driving successful technology and/or ISV partner engagements through strategic initiatives
Prior Kubernetes experience, deep expertise in container technologies and the knowledge of the business benefits of these technologies for software development
Experience collaborating with product, engineering and marketing personnel to drive co-innovation and co-marketing activities with technology partners
VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere Kubernetes Service and other Kubernetes platform product knowledge, including Red Hat OpenShift, would be a distinct advantage
Relationship-driven, self-starter with a strong dedication to collaboration and the ability to build credibility across multiple stakeholders
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Self-motivated, creative, collaborative, and results-oriented
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Enthusiastic and motivated individual who is visibly passionate about technology and can attract and form lasting relationships
Must have legal authorization to work in the US
Must work in the office, no remote work is allowed for this position
Benefits
This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents
Equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements
Medical, dental and vision plans
401(K) participation including company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company paid holidays
Paid sick leave and vacation time
Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence (per applicable law)
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