**Job Summary** As the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, businesses rely on NetApp to help them drive value from their data, specifically in the area of AI and GenAI. NetApp Solution Architects are technology experts and evangelists in their fields and are considered the pinnacle of technical professionalism. We are looking for an AI technical leader for the EMEA & LATAM geography. The successful candidate will have demonstrable expertise in AI, a curiosity for technology, and a proven track record of leading and managing technical AI engineers or architects. **What you will do** + Lead a team of AI Solution Architects (SA) distributed across the EMEA & LATAM geography + Be the voice of AI for the geography, and lead our technical AI strategy + Collaborate with our regional Solutions Engineering leaders to identify, develop and progress AI opportunities + Align with our AI Solution Specialist leader to coordinate customer engagement and opportunity development + Develop and nurture business relationships with our AI technology partners such as Nvidia, Intel etc + Provide deep technical expertise to our customers and partners + Develop the talent and career progression of the SA team **What you will bring** + Demonstrable curiosity for technology and deep expertise in AI and GenAI data storage + Outstanding communication skills with a track record of technology leadership + Strong history of leading and managing a team of technical engineers or architects Fluent English is essential – other languages are a bonus 130479 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 laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification. **Why NetApp?** In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one knows how to elevate the world's biggest clouds like NetApp. We are data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers, partners, and communities. 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 favourite 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.