SLED Systems Engineer — Presales Technical Architect

Extremenetworks; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Extreme Networks is seeking a Systems Engineer in San Francisco to own the technical strategy for mid‑complexity accounts. You will design solutions, lead technical validation, and drive POCs to win deals, partnering with Account Executives to shape strategy and expand channel capability.

This role requires 3–6 years in networking or pre‑sales, a related degree, and the ability to travel. You’ll influence revenue and represent Extreme in executive‑level discussions, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in networking or pre-sales engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently design solutions for mid-complexity, multi-product environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical qualification for assigned accounts throughout the sales cycle.
• Independently design and architect solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Drive POCs and technical validation to advance deals.
• Partner with Account Executives to shape and influence deal strategy.
• Build technical capability within channel partners through training and enablement.
• Expand and apply competitive positioning knowledge to win against alternative vendors.
• Own technical win rate and contribute directly to territory revenue results.
• Represent Extreme Networks in customer presentations, demonstrations, and technical discussions across all levels of a customer's organization.
• Use Wi‑Fi test and planning tools to support design and validation work.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Ekahau

AirMagnet

NetScout

Job description

Extreme Networks is seeking a Systems Engineer in San Francisco to own the technical strategy for mid‑complexity accounts. You will design solutions, lead technical validation, and drive POCs to win deals, partnering with Account Executives to shape strategy and expand channel capability.

This role requires 3–6 years in networking or pre‑sales, a related degree, and the ability to travel. You’ll influence revenue and represent Extreme in executive‑level discussions, with a strong emphasis on