Solutions Engineer - Splunk

Cisco Systems; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Solutions Engineer to join their presales team in the UK. In this role, you will serve as a technical sales expert focusing on strategic accounts, drive product adoption, and develop customized solutions. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in data analytics, and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively. This position offers an opportunity to engage with high-value clients and drive long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in solutions engineering, preferably in data analytics or IT.
• Proficient in Splunk products or similar technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Splunk products.
• Design and develop customized solutions for customers.
• Collaborate with sales teams to meet customer requirements.

Skills

Technical sales expertise

Data analytics

Cloud computing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Splunk products

Data analytics tools

Job description

Splunk is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join our presales team as a Senior Solutions Engineer in the UK to focus on our Strategic Accounts.

As a Splunk Senior Solutions Engineer, you’ll be the deep-dive technical sales resource for the UK Sales team supporting our clients across the region. This role has a specific focus on Strategic accounts; these are our high-value customers with significant revenue potential, market influence, or alignment with our product vision. The Senior Solutions Engineer will provide tailored solutions and technical executive-level engagement to drive long-term growth and partnership

The Senior Solutions Engineer must be comfortable building rapport with technical champions, augmenting the account team and serving as a trusted advisor. Developing and owning technical proof activities to advance expansion opportunities, as well as drive product adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert on Splunk products and solutions, providing technical guidance and support to strategic accounts.


• Solution Development: Design, develop, and implement customized solutions that align with customers' desired business outcomes and demonstrate quantifiable, measurable value.


• Customer Engagement: Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements and operational pain, deliver compelling presentations, and demonstrate the value of Splunk solutions.


• Account Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with our technical champions, ensuring their long-term success and satisfaction.


• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and successful deployment of Splunk products.


• Training and Support: Conduct training sessions and workshops for customers, enabling them to maximize the use of Splunk solutions.


• Event Participation: Demonstrate Splunk products and services to customers on-site, remotely via webinars, and at field events such as conferences and trade shows.


• Continuous Improvement: Work closely with the presales team and management to develop and continually improve working practices, standard methodologies, and presales processes.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a solutions engineering or similar role, preferably within the data analytics or IT industry, with a focus on strategic accounts.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Splunk products or similar, data analytics, and operational intelligence. Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and security protocols.


• Domain knowledge: Either, security operations, Observability, DevOps, IT operations, big data or log management.


• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.


• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing customer needs.


• Great Teammate: Ability to work collaboratively with multi-functional teams, including sales, product development, and customer support.


• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in relevant areas are a plus.

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