Solutions Engineer

Cisco

. Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to top enterprise organizations .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $209,100 - $275,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cisco product solutions and technical sales, with a strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value for enterprise clients. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and present tailored solutions that align with customer needs in the financial services industry.

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Cisco Product ExperiencePre-Sales Technical ConsultingTechnical Presentation SkillsBusiness AcumenProfessional Certifications (CCIE, CCNP)

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Hard Skills

Technical SalesSolution DesignData Center KnowledgeCollaboration TechnologySecurity SolutionsRouting and SwitchingWireless TechnologyAI Infrastructure UnderstandingCompetitor AnalysisTechnical Architecture Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAdaptabilityConsultative AdvisingProbing QuestioningCustomer Relationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIECCNP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesEnterprise SolutionsIT TechnologiesCustomer OutcomesSales Proposals

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to top enterprise organizations
Act as a member of a customer Account Team in a pre-sales technical role
Showcase Cisco product solutions, set up demonstrations, and explain features and benefits to customers
Design and configure products to meet specific customer needs
Align Cisco services, solutions, and architectures with customer challenges and priorities
Ensure Cisco architectural vision addresses customers’ desired outcomes and capabilities
Access and apply Cisco technologies and applications in the financial services industry
Collaborate with Account Managers, Technical Architects, and other Solutions Engineers
Present solutions and support architecture development for large global customers
Provide solution and architectural perspectives across the Cisco product portfolio
Act as a consultative technical adviser to account teams and customers
Keep up to date on competitors’ solutions, products, and services
Assist with formal sales plans and proposals for assigned opportunities
Deliver and support technical presentations and solution demonstrations
Demonstrate the business relevance of developed solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of related experience in technical sales, pre-sales, or client-facing consulting roles
Cisco product experience or relevant experience with key competitor offerings
Proven pre-sales experience translating technical solutions into business value
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Professional certifications such as CCIE or CCNP are highly desirable
Knowledge of baseline SE/SA skills and in-depth knowledge in at least one adjacent technology: Data Center, Collaboration, Security, or Route/Switch/Wireless
Understanding of Cisco solutions, competitors, and related IT technologies
Excellent technical consulting skills, including defining trade-offs, asking probing questions, and incorporating Cisco solutions into broader technology environments
Strong business acumen and ability to understand customer drivers and frame offerings in terms of business and mission value
Conversant in AI infrastructure and IT use cases
Strong knowledge of switching, wireless, routing, data centers, and security
Excellent presentation, communication, and technical consulting skills
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new trends
Only candidates located in the Phoenix Metro Area will be considered
Ability to regularly travel to Arizona-based customers

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 may be available
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
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
Opportunities for growth and professional development