Cisco · 13 hours ago
Solutions Engineer
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$235K/yr - $302K/yr
12+ years expCisco is revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era. They are seeking an experienced Networking Solutions Engineer to design, implement, and support large-scale networking environments, ensuring that customer needs are met through tailored networking solutions.
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Responsibilities
Consult with customers and partners to understand their technical and business requirements, delivering high-level and detailed networking solutions that address those needs
Develop and execute technical strategies to grow preference for networking platforms within diverse customer environments
Provide consultative technical and sales support throughout the sales cycle, including discovery, solution development, and presentations
Facilitate communication and understanding of requirements between customers, sales, engineering, and product teams
Lead technical engagements such as workshops, Proof of Concept, and Proof of Value activities to advance sales opportunities
Design, size, and position solutions for Routing, Wireless, and Switching across campus and branch networks, including integration with cloud-native solutions
Conduct technical training, knowledge transfer, and enablement activities internally and externally
Drive adoption of best practices and continuous improvement in networking architectures and processes
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience designing, sizing, and selling campus networking solutions, with a strong emphasis on wireless, cloud, and fabric technologies
10+ years of advanced knowledge in networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), network segmentation (VRF, MPLS, SDA), and wireless technologies including Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, RF, security, and spectrum analysis
Demonstrated expertise in competitive networking products and solutions, including but not limited to HPE/Aruba, Juniper/Mist, Arista, and Fortinet
In-depth understanding of both on-premises and cloud operating models for networking
Experience driving technical sales engagements, including pre-sales, solution development, and technical presentations
Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing
Professional-level networking certification (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)
Preferred
Experience working with large enterprise customers, across many verticals including financial services, healthcare, retail and others
Certifications such as CCIE, CCDE, DevNet, or non-vendor equivalents
Knowledge of AI workloads, machine learning, and network programmability (API development)
Track record of introducing new and disruptive technologies to market and growing emerging market segments
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees On Sales Plans Earn Performance-based Incentive Pay On Top Of Their Base Salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Chair and CEO
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