Solutions Engineer - SLED, Minneapolis

Cisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. As a Solutions Engineer on the SLED team, you will partner with Account Executives to provide transformative technology outcomes for local government and education sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Build and cultivate technical relationships with customers, acting as their advocate and trusted advisor
• Identify opportunities and define solution options that align with customers’ business priorities and strategic goals
• Collaborate with customers to deliver proof-of-concepts and proof-of-value engagements to showcase Cisco’s solutions
• Develop and execute technical account plans, influencing the overall account strategy
• Drive adoption and successful operation of Cisco solutions by leveraging internal and partner resources

Requirements:

• 5+ years of related experience in technical sales or pre-sales roles
• Cisco product experience or relevant experience with key competitor offerings
• Proven pre-sales experience, with the ability to translate technical solutions into business value
• A Bachelor's degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Professional certifications (e.g., CCIE, CCNP)
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to understand customer drivers and frame Cisco offerings in terms of business and mission value
• Conversant in AI infrastructure, IT use cases, and are a passionate evangelist and adopter of AI tools
• Advanced knowledge of Cisco technologies, including switching, wireless, routing, data centers, and security
• Strong understanding of Collaboration, SDN, and datacenter infrastructure
• Excellent presentation, communication, and technical consulting skills
• A passion for technology and problem-solving with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new trends