Principal Engineer- Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM)

Principal Engineer - Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM)

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The Opportunity

About Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM)
Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) is at the center of Nutanix's hybrid multicloud vision, empowering enterprises to manage, optimize, and secure their cloud environments through one integrated platform. NCM simplifies application lifecycle management, drives cost governance, automates security compliance, and delivers intelligent operational insights-allowing organizations to scale confidently across private and public cloud environments. Learn more: NCM Overview

The Opportunity
Nutanix is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Engineer to drive the technical vision, architectural strategy, and innovation roadmap for NCM. This is a pivotal role that directly shapes the evolution of our cloud management platform in one of the most dynamic markets in enterprise technology. You'll lead complex architecture efforts, guide product scalability and resiliency, and integrate cutting-edge capabilities that support NCM's growth as a market leader in hybrid multicloud management.
This role is ideal for a technologist who thrives at the intersection of architecture, platform engineering, and enterprise cloud innovation-and who is excited to help drive digital transformation for some of the world's largest organizations.

About the Team

The Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) Engineering team is a group of highly skilled, mission-driven engineers, architects, and product leaders committed to redefining cloud management for the enterprise. The team operates at the intersection of distributed systems, cloud-native architecture, SaaS platform scalability, automation, observability, and FinOps.

NCM Engineering owns the full lifecycle of product development - from technical design and architecture to delivery, operational excellence, and customer success. Engineers collaborate daily with cross-functional partners in Product Management, UX, Sales Engineering, and Customer Success to ensure that NCM delivers measurable business value for Nutanix's global customer base.

What sets this team apart:

• Deep Technical Rigor: Team members bring extensive experience building large-scale distributed systems, SaaS platforms, and hybrid multicloud automation frameworks.
• End-to-End Ownership: Engineers drive architecture, development, delivery, and operational support with a strong focus on reliability, security, and scalability.
• Culture of Collaboration: The team operates in a highly collaborative environment where open dialogue, mentorship, and cross-team partnerships drive better solutions.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: Every design decision is grounded in delivering tangible outcomes for enterprise customers navigating complex multicloud environments.
• Innovation at Scale: NCM engineers work on complex technical challenges involving cloud orchestration, policy-driven automation, real-time cost optimization, AI-driven insights, and security compliance.

As a Principal Engineer, you will work alongside some of Nutanix's strongest technical leaders, have a direct voice in strategic architectural decisions, and help scale one of Nutanix's most important growth platforms.

Your Role

• Architectural Vision: Define and execute the technical roadmap for Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM), aligning innovations with product goals and customer needs.
• Technology Innovation: Research, identify, and integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance automation, observability, security, and financial operations (FinOps) capabilities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with product management, UX, and engineering teams to develop cohesive solutions that meet market demands.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and encouraging professional growth.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and advocate for best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment to ensure reliable product delivery.
• Performance Metrics: Set and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for NCM's success, measuring impact on scalability and reliability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across teams and stakeholders.
• First-Year Objective: Evaluate and enhance existing systems for improved scalability and performance, positioning NCM as a leader in cloud management technology within the first year.

What You Will Bring

• 15+ years of experience in software engineering, focusing on scalable management and automation systems for hybrid multicloud environments.
• Proven expertise in full-stack observability, automation solutions, and IT-as-a-Service (ITaaS) models.
• Strong technical knowledge of Kubernetes, FinOps, and network security compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in architecting complex projects and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with proficiency in navigating intricate technical challenges.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Work Arrangement

On Site: This role is based on-site, offering the opportunity to collaborate face-to-face with team members in a dynamic and engaging work environment. Being physically present allows for seamless teamwork and direct access to resources that support your success. Additional team-specific guidance and norms will be provided by your manager.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD $ 438,400 and USD $ 657,600 per year.

However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Our application deadline is 40 days from the date of posting. In good faith, the posting may be removed prior to this date if the position is filled or extended in good faith.

Nutanix is an equal opportunity employer.

Nutanix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and (in the U.S.) an Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected by applicable law. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of qualifications for the job to be filled. We strive to foster an inclusive working environment that enables all our Nutants to be themselves and to do great work in a safe and welcoming environment, free of unlawful discrimination, intimidation or harassment. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting [email protected].