Sales Engineer-Tier 1 Providers

NOKIA; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Retirement plans

Training and certification opportunities

Job summary

NOKIA is seeking a Sales Engineer for Tier 1 Service Provider Solutions in California. In this role, you will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with various teams to design impactful solutions and directly engage with customers.

With over 7 years of networking experience required, strong knowledge of IP protocols, and proven ability to engage customers, you will be pivotal in driving strategic sales initiatives. The company offers flexible work arrangements along with a competitive compensation package, including health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of networking experience in IP and Optical networking.
• Strong knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with Tier 1 ISP backbone networks and mobile backhaul solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Account Executives to identify and pursue sales opportunities.
• Design innovative technical solutions that align with customer goals.
• Deliver compelling technical presentations and workshops.

Skills

Networking experience

Knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, MPLS

Customer engagement

Technical presentation

Tools

Python

Ansible

Job description

As a Sales Engineer for Tier 1 Service Provider Solutions at Nokia, you will work in a dynamic team environment where innovation meets collaboration. You will have the opportunity to partner closely with Account Executives, engineers, and product management teams to drive strategic sales initiatives. Your role will be hands‑on, allowing you to design impactful solutions and engage directly with customers. Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a culture that values continuous learning and professional growth. With a competitive compensation package, you will benefit from health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and opportunities for training and certifications. Together, we will tackle today's networking challenges and shape the future of telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Account Executives to identify and pursue sales opportunities from inception to contract award.
• Design innovative technical solutions that align with customer business and network goals.
• Deliver compelling technical presentations, demonstrations, and architecture workshops.
• Analyze customer IP network architectures and propose scalable mobility solutions.
• Translate customer business requirements into effective technical designs for various environments.
• Respond to RFIs, RFPs, and technical questionnaires with precision and clarity.
• Work closely with product management, engineering, and customer support to resolve technical challenges.
• Build and maintain relationships with customer network architects, engineering teams, and decision‑makers.

Must‑Have

• 7+ years of networking experience in IP and Optical networking
• Strong knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
• Experience with Tier 1 ISP backbone networks and mobile backhaul solutions
• Proficient in designing scalable solutions for mobility and metro environments
• Strong customer engagement and presentation skills

Nice‑To‑Have

• Experience with major networking vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Ciena, Arista)
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Python and Ansible
• Experience supporting cloud and AI networking initiatives
• Certifications such as Nokia NRS II, SRA, or Cisco CCNA
• Knowledge of data center interconnect (DCI) applications