Pre-Sales Systems Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

. Provide pre-sales technical support for the development and implementation of complex products, applications, and solutions .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,625 - $266,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing secure, scalable networking solutions tailored for complex environments, with a strong focus on customer engagement and technical sales support. Possesses advanced knowledge of HPE Networking solutions and the ability to mentor junior engineers while driving successful technical engagements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Layer 2 And Layer 3 NetworkingRoutingWireless LANCampus LANWAN Technologies

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Hard Skills

Technical PresentationsSolution DesignCompetitive PositioningProof-Of-Concept ExecutionSolution Selling

Soft Skills

Consultative SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCustomer-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

HPE Networking SolutionsEmerging TechnologiesCompetitive Offerings

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry Networking CertificationsAruba CertificationsJuniper Certifications

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationComplex Enterprise EnvironmentsSales CycleTechnical SolutionsCustomer Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide pre-sales technical support for the development and implementation of complex products, applications, and solutions
Manage pre-sales technical and functional support for prospective clients and customers while ensuring customer satisfaction
Present and articulate HPE Networking solution capabilities and value versus competitors
Partner with HPE Territory Managers to qualify opportunities, shape account strategy, and convert customer needs into successful technical engagements
Lead customer discovery sessions to understand objectives, environments, requirements, risks, and decision criteria
Design secure, scalable networking solutions integrating hardware, software, and services for complex higher education environments
Develop and deliver technical presentations, architectural workshops, demonstrations, proofs of concept, and competitive differentiation sessions
Contribute technical content and solution strategy for bids, proposals, RFIs, and RFPs
Create solution designs, product specifications, and implementation recommendations
Provide technical and functional guidance throughout the sales cycle, including solution validation, objection handling, and customer capability assessments
Build long-term customer and partner relationships and identify expansion and modernization opportunities
Collaborate with channel and technology partners on pipeline, demand generation, and customer events
Maintain knowledge of HPE Networking solutions, industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive offerings
Provide consultative support to internal and external stakeholders and mentor less-experienced Systems Engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 6 or more years of related experience; Master’s degree and 5 or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 4 years of hands-on experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, routing, wireless LAN, campus LAN, and WAN technologies
Proven success supporting complex technology sales cycles and positioning technical solutions against competitive alternatives
Ability to design, explain, and manage solutions for complex customer requirements and technical challenges
Strong consultative, presentation, written communication, organizational, prioritization, and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, senior IT leaders, executives, partners, and internal stakeholders
Customer-focused mindset, sound business judgment, and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented sales environment
Ability and willingness to mentor junior Systems Engineers
Expert-level industry networking certifications preferred; Aruba and Juniper certifications strongly preferred
Experience designing campus and distributed branch networks for higher education or other complex enterprise environments preferred
Experience with solution selling, competitive positioning, proof-of-concept execution, and partner-led sales motions preferred
Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder at time of hire
No visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive suite of health and wellbeing benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Personal and professional development programs
Flexible work arrangements to manage work and personal needs
Inclusive workplace
Employee benefits information provided for US employees