Calix is at the forefront of a generational change in the broadband industry, seeking a Senior Solutions Engineer / Senior Sales Engineer to join their Experience Edge team. This role focuses on engaging with Communications Service Providers to enhance wireless experiences and support sales opportunities through technical expertise and customer engagement.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a technical advisor across Sales Opportunities, the broader Calix team, and CSP customers
- Support Sales Opportunities by shaping solution positioning, technical messaging, and deal strategy
- Subject matter expert in positioning advanced premise solutions
- Engage CSP technical teams to design, validate, and optimize 802.11 wireless networks
- Apply strong knowledge of networking and in‑home gateway platforms
- Support MDU deployments, including shared and managed Wi‑Fi models
- Translate subscriber experience goals into scalable, supportable technical designs
- Deliver technical presentations, demos, and solution walkthroughs
- Support pre‑sales discovery, solution alignment, and RFP responses
- Maintain awareness of competitive solutions and market tactics
- Develop internal training, presentations, and sales enablement materials
- Stay current on wireless standards and industry best practices
Requirements:
- BSEE/BSCS degree is desired and preferred
- Experience with Layer 1/2/3 network architectures and technologies
- Solid understanding of SaaS cloud-based solutions and API integration
- Ability to convey complex concepts at multiple levels within an organization
- Experience with various Wi-Fi standards and managed Wi-Fi solutions
- Strong interpersonal and soft skills
- Experience working in cross-functional teams
- Ability to work remotely and travel frequently within territory
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Experience in the service provider industry preferred
- Industry certifications preferred but not required