Solutions Architect, Service Provider (Remote)

Cisco

Topeka (KS)

On-site

USD 219,000 - 286,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Cisco is seeking a Solution Engineer to act as a trusted advisor to Tier 1 Service Providers, architecting end-to-end solutions that address complex business requirements. You will build relationships with technical and business decision makers, delivering guidance to help partners deploy Cisco technologies while leveraging AI tools to boost productivity.

You will lead engagements across discovery, design, POC execution, and technical close, align architecture with account strategy, and guide

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
8+ years of experience in systems engineering or network architecture within the Service Provider sector.
Comprehensive understanding of Cisco's technology portfolio across various domains and strong Service Provider acumen.
Expertise in the Cisco IMI routing portfolio and mastery of industry-standard routing protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF, Segment Routing).
Proven proficiency in IP Network Automation, with good understanding of Ansible, or other API-driven workflows.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with executive presence.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to build durable technical relationships at customer accounts.

Responsibilities

Lead Technical Engagements: Own the full project lifecycle, including discovery, architecture, validation, POC execution, and technical close.
Secure the Technical Win: Position Cisco architectures against competitive alternatives and resolve technical objections at both the engineering and executive levels.
Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with your Account Executive (AE) and the extended account team to translate architectural vision into actionable account strategy.
Architectural Leadership: Lead end-to-end technical design for Service Provider routing, including IP Core, IP Edge, and Backhaul architectures.
Drive Transformation: Guide customers toward Autonomous Network architectures, enabling end-to-end visibility, predictive analytics, and self-healing capabilities.
Foster Innovation: Leverage expertise in 5G Mobility Core (SMF/UPF/PCF) to assist partners in modernizing mobile infrastructure.