Senior Consulting Solutions Engineer @ Cisco

Cisco's GSP organization integrates Solution Sales, Services Sales, Service Delivery, and SP Engineering to support over 90 leading service providers. This team is at the forefront of emerging technologies like SDN, Cloud, and IoT. The focus is on pre-sales technical roles that blend technical expertise with sales experience to support major service providers and develop Cisco's strategic vision

This role involves end-to-end architecture, design, and recommendation of solutions for Service Provider Accounts using Cisco technologies. It requires developing tailored, innovative solutions to optimize client networks and align with their strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate should have 15 to 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with a strong background in architecting, designing, and implementing network solutions for service providers. Experience across IP Networking, Packet Core, Data Center, and Security is essential.

• Leading technical discussions with customers.
• Designing end-to-end solutions across Ciscos networking, security, data center, and collaboration technologies.
• Working closely with sales, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to customers for their digital transformation.
• Guiding and mentoring the technical team to ensure architectural best practices and successful solution delivery.

Minimum Qualifications -

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BE) and hold Cisco certifications such as CCIE.

• Bachelors degree in engineering (BE) or a related field.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification.
• Strong understanding of Cisco technologies and solutions.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing network solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, and delivery, to ensure seamless solution implementation and client satisfaction
• Capable of guiding and inspiring teams, leading technical discussions, and driving consensus among diverse groups to achieve common goals