Packet Core Presales Architect at Cisco

In this dynamic, customer focused role, you will partner directly with a Solutions Account Manager and an extended team to position complex software and hardware solutions, focused on solving the business and technical problems of our customer. In that capacity you will be part of a multinational account team serving the customer and you will rely on an extended network of Cisco services professionals and Technical teams, with close support of your sales leadership/executives.

Who You Are

• You should excel in presenting technical architectures, solutions and products to key decision-makers from Managers to Directors and above. She or he should be comfortable presenting to both small and large audiences. The individual will possess relevant technical background in Cisco products related to technical design and implementation of complex secure network architectures based on technologies like Mobility (Packet Core), Data Center, Routing, Automation or Orchestration.
• 5+ years-related experience.
• Cisco product experience or meaningful experience in key competitor offerings in technology area of emphasis required.
• Pre-Sales experience highly recommended.
• Typically requires BS/BA (EE/CS) or equivalent.
• Understanding of the Packet Core Service Provider Business
• Understand customer business drivers and how to map these to a customer network platform Technical Acumen
• Advanced knowledge in Mobility (Packet Core), Routing, Access, Automation, Orchestration, Data Centre Technologies
• Working Knowledge in Software Defined Networking and Programmability
• Excellent technical consulting skills, including ability to define trade-offs, ask probing questions, and incorporate Cisco solutions into a broader technology environment
• The technical specialist SE has an in-depth knowledge of their specialization and adjacent technologies including product, technology, and customer information