Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking - K12/Local - Oregon

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 152,000 - 355,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP is seeking an experienced Presales Systems Engineer to support the HPE Networking portfolio for K12/Local Oregon. This remote role requires collaboration with account teams, partners, and customers to design and position advanced networking solutions.

You will engage in solution design, PoC activities, and ongoing enablement to grow technical depth in Aruba, Juniper, and related technologies. Travel across Oregon when needed is expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in networking infrastructure or similar role.
• Experience in networking design, installation, services, and support.
• Background in government, higher-ed, K-12, enterprise, or service provider environments.

Responsibilities

• Solution Expertise: develop proficiency across HPE Networking portfolio (Aruba wired/wireless, ClearPass, Central, Juniper routing/switching, security, automation).
• Presales Engagement: collaborate with sales to understand customer needs, design solutions, and deliver technical demos/presentations.
• Solution Design & Validation: create architectures and proposals; lead proof-of-concept activities.
• Enablement & Growth: pursue advanced training and certifications in HPE and Juniper technologies.
• Collaboration: work with internal teams and partners to ensure successful solution positioning and adoption.

Skills

Network design principles

Communication

Presentation

Problem solving

Job description

## Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking - K12/Local - OregonApply: All, Oregon, United States of America: Portland, Oregon, United States of America: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 1209472Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking - K12/Local - OregonThis role has been designated as ‘Remote/Teleworker’, which means you will primarily work from home.**Who We Are:**Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.**Job Description:**We are looking for a motivated **Presales Systems Engineer** to support our growing **HPE Networking business**, which now includes **Aruba and Juniper Networks**. This role is designed for an **Experienced Systems Engineer ready to take the next step** in their career. You will work closely with account teams, partners, and customers to design and position advanced networking solutions that drive digital transformation.**Key Responsibilities*** **Solution Expertise:** Develop technical proficiency across the combined HPE Networking portfolio—Aruba wired/wireless, ClearPass, Central, Juniper switching, routing, security, and automation.* **Presales Engagement:** Partner with sales teams to understand customer needs, design solutions, and deliver technical presentations and demos.* **Solution Design & Validation:** Create architectures and proposals aligned with customer objectives; lead proof-of-concept (POC) activities.* **Enablement & Growth:** Participate in advanced training programs and certifications to deepen expertise in HPE and Juniper technologies.* **Collaboration:** Work with internal teams and partners to ensure successful solution positioning and adoption.**Required Qualifications****Experience:** * 7+years in networking infrastructure; prior experience as a networking SE or similar role.* Roles in networking design, installation, services, and support desired.* Background and experience in government (state, local, federal), higher-ed, k12, enterprise, and service provider industries**Technical Skills:*** Familiarity with **network design principles** and protocols.* **Soft Skills:** Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving abilities.**Location:*** Candidates must reside in the greater Portland, Salem, or Eugene areas and have the ability to travel to customer sites within Oregon on a regular basis.**Preferred Qualifications*** Understanding of **SLED and Enterprise environments** and procurement processes.* Interest in **network automation, AI-driven operations**, and cloud-managed networking.**Why This Role?*** **Career Growth:** Designed as a promotion path for SEs.* **Training & Development:** Access to advanced certifications and mentorship.**Accessibility** HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.**What We Can Offer You:****Health & Wellbeing**We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.**Personal & Professional Development**We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.**Unconditional Inclusion**We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.**Let's Stay Connected:**Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.### ### **Job:**Sales**Job Level:**TCP\\_04 \"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level. – United States of America: Annual Salary USD 151,500 - 355,000 in Oregon This range reflects the minimum to maximum combined base and target-level sales compensation that would be paid if the hire performs at 100% of their sales plan. Of that on-target pay amount, the mix of base salary and target-level sales compensation is 75%/25%.\"