Mechanical Engineer Jobs at VAST Data with Visa Sponsorship
VAST Data's engineering teams build the infrastructure behind AI-scale data platforms, and Mechanical Engineers here work on hardware design, thermal systems, and physical product development. VAST Data has an established process for sponsoring work visas, making it a viable target if you need sponsorship to work in the U.S.
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VAST Data is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our growing team!
This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an organization that is in the center of the hurricane being created by the revolution in artificial intelligence.
"VAST's data management vision is the future of the market." - Forbes
VAST Data is the data platform company for the AI era. We are building the enterprise software infrastructure to capture, catalog, refine, enrich, and protect massive datasets and make them available for real-time data analysis and AI training and inference. Designed from the ground up to make AI simple to deploy and manage, VAST takes the cost and complexity out of deploying enterprise and AI infrastructure across data center, edge, and cloud.
Our success has been built through intense innovation, a customer-first mentality and a team of fearless VASTronauts who leverage their skills & experiences to make real market impact. This is an opportunity to be a key contributor at a pivotal time in our company’s growth and at a pivotal point in computing history.
THE ROLE:
- Assist customers with evaluations and benchmarks, system configurations, and system installations.
- Work closely with VAST R&D Engineering in helping to define product requirements and usability, including the creation of product specification documents.
- Participate in the creation of sales strategy and tactics and takes ownership of technical responsibilities within customer accounts.
- Demonstrate technical leadership and subject matter expertise on storage products, distributed storage architectures, file systems, and competitive storage offerings in the DAS, NAS and SAN product spaces.
- Creation of architecture “blueprints” for repeatable solutions that the Sales team will deliver to the customer community.
- Help with the development of a dispersed group of system and field engineers.
- Consult on how to form and build and manage a Support organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience supporting the sales of enterprise storage to large IT organizations
- Positive energy, optimism and vision.
- Ability to perform in an unstructured environment.
- Understanding of classic unstructured data applications and next-generation analytics and web frameworks.
- Preparation and/or delivery of technical product and architecture presentations to customers and trainees.
- Knowledge of virtualization, high-performance networking and enterprise security.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
INTRODUCTION
VAST Data is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our growing team!
This is a great opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing infrastructure companies in history, an organization that is in the center of the hurricane being created by the revolution in artificial intelligence.
"VAST's data management vision is the future of the market." - Forbes
VAST Data is the data platform company for the AI era. We are building the enterprise software infrastructure to capture, catalog, refine, enrich, and protect massive datasets and make them available for real-time data analysis and AI training and inference. Designed from the ground up to make AI simple to deploy and manage, VAST takes the cost and complexity out of deploying enterprise and AI infrastructure across data center, edge, and cloud.
Our success has been built through intense innovation, a customer-first mentality and a team of fearless VASTronauts who leverage their skills & experiences to make real market impact. This is an opportunity to be a key contributor at a pivotal time in our company’s growth and at a pivotal point in computing history.
THE ROLE:
- Assist customers with evaluations and benchmarks, system configurations, and system installations.
- Work closely with VAST R&D Engineering in helping to define product requirements and usability, including the creation of product specification documents.
- Participate in the creation of sales strategy and tactics and takes ownership of technical responsibilities within customer accounts.
- Demonstrate technical leadership and subject matter expertise on storage products, distributed storage architectures, file systems, and competitive storage offerings in the DAS, NAS and SAN product spaces.
- Creation of architecture “blueprints” for repeatable solutions that the Sales team will deliver to the customer community.
- Help with the development of a dispersed group of system and field engineers.
- Consult on how to form and build and manage a Support organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience supporting the sales of enterprise storage to large IT organizations
- Positive energy, optimism and vision.
- Ability to perform in an unstructured environment.
- Understanding of classic unstructured data applications and next-generation analytics and web frameworks.
- Preparation and/or delivery of technical product and architecture presentations to customers and trainees.
- Knowledge of virtualization, high-performance networking and enterprise security.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Mechanical Engineer Jobs at VAST Data Jobs
Align your portfolio to hardware-scale challenges
VAST Data builds dense storage hardware for AI infrastructure, so document experience with thermal management, chassis design, or high-density rack systems. A portfolio that speaks directly to data center hardware will stand out over general mechanical engineering credentials.
Confirm OPT or CPT eligibility before applying
If you're on an F-1 visa, verify your OPT authorization dates align with VAST Data's hiring timeline. CPT requires enrollment, so coordinate with your DSO early. Starting this process after receiving an offer can compress your available work window significantly.
Target VAST Data's hardware engineering job postings specifically
VAST Data lists Mechanical Engineer openings across hardware and systems teams. Use Migrate Mate to filter their active sponsorship-eligible roles and track new postings as they open, so you're applying early in the hiring cycle rather than to roles already deep in review.
Ask about LCA wage levels during the offer stage
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your H-1B petition. The prevailing wage level assigned to your Mechanical Engineer role affects your offer. Confirm the wage level matches your actual responsibilities so your petition reflects your seniority accurately.
Prepare your degree equivalency documentation early
VAST Data's Mechanical Engineer roles typically require a relevant bachelor's degree. If your credentials are from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before interviews begin. USCIS scrutinizes degree-to-role alignment closely for specialty occupation petitions.
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Find Mechanical Engineer at VAST Data JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does VAST Data sponsor H-1B visas for Mechanical Engineers?
Yes, VAST Data sponsors H-1B visas for Mechanical Engineer roles. Because H-1B is subject to an annual lottery, sponsorship isn't guaranteed even when a company is willing. Registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, you can begin working while waiting for a lottery result, provided your OPT authorization covers the gap.
How do I apply for Mechanical Engineer jobs at VAST Data?
Browse VAST Data's open Mechanical Engineer positions through their careers page or use Migrate Mate to filter their roles by visa sponsorship eligibility. Tailor your application to highlight hardware design experience relevant to data infrastructure, such as thermal systems, enclosure design, or high-density packaging. Apply early in the posting cycle, as hardware roles at fast-growing tech companies tend to move quickly through review.
Which visa types are commonly used for Mechanical Engineer roles at VAST Data?
VAST Data sponsors H-1B visas for full-time Mechanical Engineer hires and supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates. The TN visa is also available for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose Mechanical Engineering credentials fall within the TN occupational categories. The right visa depends on your citizenship, current status, and where you are in the hiring process.
What qualifications are expected for Mechanical Engineer roles at VAST Data?
Most Mechanical Engineer openings at VAST Data require a bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. Experience with thermal analysis, mechanical design for electronics, or data center hardware systems is particularly relevant given VAST Data's product focus. Proficiency with CAD tools and familiarity with industry standards for hardware reliability testing strengthens your application considerably.
How do I think about timing if I need visa sponsorship at VAST Data?
Timeline depends heavily on your current status. F-1 OPT holders can start work quickly once authorized. H-1B sponsorship ties to the April lottery and an October 1 start, so offers made mid-year carry a wait. TN status for eligible nationals can be obtained at the border with an offer letter, making it one of the faster paths. Confirm your status window with the recruiter before accepting any offer.
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