Solution Architect - Networking

Ingram Micro, Inc.; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingram Micro, Inc. is seeking a Cisco presales professional in Delhi to collaborate with sales teams, design solutions, and deliver presentations and PoCs for customers and partners.

The role involves BoM creation, RFP/RFI responses, and ongoing Cisco portfolio knowledge across networking, security, collaboration, and data center sectors, with emphasis on customer-facing engagements and rapid enablement of partners.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of presales / network engineering / solution architecture experience.
• Experience with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred.
• Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate Cisco solutions.
• Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation
• Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to partners and customers
• Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies
• Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation
• Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details
• Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions
• Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts

Skills

Cisco tech

Routing & Switching

Security

Wireless

Collaboration

Data Center

Enterprise IT

Networking concepts

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Customer-facing

Solution design

Analytical skills

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate Cisco solutions
• Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation
• Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to partners and customers
• Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies
• Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation
• Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details
• Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions
• Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance
• Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies (Routing & Switching, Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Data Center)
• Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and networking concepts
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
• Ability to design scalable and cost-effective solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Certifications

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Cisco Specialist certifications (Security / Collaboration / Data Center – added advantage)

Experience

• 3–8 years of experience in presales / network engineering / solution architecture
• Experience working with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred
• Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics / Telecommunications / IT / Computer Science) or equivalent