Solutions Development Architect

Cisco

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

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $128,400 - $191,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical solutions architecture, with a strong focus on leading pre-sales engagements, managing complex technical lifecycles, and mentoring emerging architects. Proficient in translating technical concepts into business value while collaborating effectively across teams.

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Technical Solutions ArchitectureExpert-Level Industry Certification (CCIE)AI/ML IntegrationRFI/RFP Process ManagementCollaboration Between Pre-Sales and Post-Sales Teams

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Hard Skills

Technical Solutions ArchitectureAI/ML IntegrationCost-Feasibility ModelingImplementation Risk AssessmentArchitectural FrameworksTransformation Dependency MappingLifecycle SellingComplex Technical Engagement ManagementBlueprint CreationTransformation Journey Mapping

Soft Skills

Collaborative SkillsMentoringCommunicationConsultative SellingBusiness Value Articulation

Tools & Technologies

Cisco TechnologyUnified Technology SolutionsEnterprise IT InfrastructurePost-Sales Delivery ArchitecturesService Sales Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIEEquivalent Industry Certification

Industry Keywords

Pre-Sales ArchitectureCX RFP/RFI ResponsesTransformation WorkshopsVertical Industry ExpertiseTechnical Standards and Methodology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead consultative pre-sales architecture for complex customer business and technical requirements
Create comprehensive blueprints, architectural frameworks, and multi-year transformation journey maps
Partner with Service Sales, Account Teams, and Deal Acceleration Teams to identify and progress lifecycle selling and transformational deals
Lead CX RFP/RFI responses as the designated CX Lead Architect
Articulate the differentiated 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 contracted solutions are delivered on time and within budget
Engage senior customer IT/OT decision-makers using vertical industry expertise
Collaborate with CX Product Management and go-to-market teams to accelerate emerging service offers
Contribute reusable architectural blueprints and delivery best practices
Mentor emerging architects and 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
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
Collaborative skills 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
Grants of Cisco restricted stock units, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
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
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 thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward annually
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