Solutions Development Architect

Cisco

. Lead consultative pre-sales architecture for complex customer business and technical requirements .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $161,300 - $204,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical solutions architecture, with a strong focus on translating complex requirements into actionable architectural frameworks and blueprints. Proven ability to lead pre-sales engagements, mentor technical staff, and drive alignment between teams while leveraging deep industry knowledge.

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Technical Solutions ArchitectureCisco Technology DomainsAI/ML IntegrationRFI/RFP ProcessesMentoring Technical Staff

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Hard Skills

Architectural FrameworksImplementation Risk AssessmentsCost-Feasibility ModelingTransformation Dependency MappingLifecycle SellingComplex Technical EngagementsBusiness-Value ConversationsDelivery Best PracticesArchitectural Transformation Workshops

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipMentoringCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIE

Industry Keywords

CX Lead ArchitectEnterprise IT InfrastructurePost-Sales DeliveryService SalesDeal Acceleration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead consultative pre-sales architecture for complex customer business and technical requirements
Translate requirements into comprehensive blueprints, architectural frameworks, and multi-year journey maps
Partner with Service Sales, Account Teams, and Deal Acceleration Teams to identify and progress lifecycle selling and transformational deals
Lead strategic CX RFP/RFI responses as the designated CX Lead Architect
Articulate the business value of unified Cisco technology and professional services
Conduct implementation risk assessments, cost-feasibility modeling, and transformation dependency mapping
Collaborate with post-sales delivery architects to de-risk execution and ensure solutions are delivered on time and within budget
Engage senior customer IT/OT leadership using vertical industry expertise
Collaborate with CX Product Management and go-to-market teams to accelerate emerging service offers
Harvest delivery best practices and contribute reusable architectural blueprints
Mentor emerging architects and share cross-architecture knowledge
Lead architectural transformation workshops

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant work experience
8+ years of professional experience in technical solutions architecture or engineering
Expert-level industry certification, such as CCIE or an equivalent credential
Technical proficiency across at least two major Cisco technology domains
Proven track record managing complex, multi-architecture technical engagement lifecycles
Deep understanding of AI/ML integration within enterprise IT infrastructure
Ability to translate technical concepts into business-value conversations
Experience navigating high-stakes RFI/RFP processes for enterprise clients
Ability to drive alignment between pre-sales and post-sales teams
Ability to mentor and guide technical staff on architecture standards and methodology

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid birthday day off
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid personal wellness days
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies
Performance-based incentive pay for employees on sales plans