Strategic Pre-Sales Solutions Architect

Cisco; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 161,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking a Solutions Development Architect to lead consultative pre-sales architecture across multiple domains, translating complex customer requirements into blueprints and multi-year journey maps aligned to strategic outcomes. You will partner with Service Sales, DAT, CXPM, and the CX CTO/CTAO to qualify transformational opportunities and de-risk delivery for global customers.

The role requires broad Cisco tech domain expertise and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in technical solutions architecture or engineering.
• Expert-level industry certification, such as CCIE or an equivalent credential.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency across at least two major Cisco technology domains.

Responsibilities

• Architect multi-domain transformational solutions by translating complex customer requirements into blueprints and roadmaps.
• Hunt and accelerate lifecycle opportunities by partnering with Service Sales, Account Teams, and DAT.
• Lead CX RFP / RFI engagements and articulate the business value of Cisco technology and services.
• Bridge pre-sales solutioning to delivery success through risk assessments and collaboration with delivery architects.
• Influence executive IT/OT decision-makers with industry expertise and scalable architectural strategies.
• Incubate emerging services and reusable IP in collaboration with CXPM and GTM teams.
• Mentor and elevate the technical community by sharing knowledge and leading workshops.

Skills

Leadership

Pre-sales experience

Architecture design

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant work experience

CCIE or equivalent certification

Job description

Cisco is seeking a Solutions Development Architect to lead consultative pre-sales architecture across multiple domains, translating complex customer requirements into blueprints and multi-year journey maps aligned to strategic outcomes. You will partner with Service Sales, DAT, CXPM, and the CX CTO/CTAO to qualify transformational opportunities and de-risk delivery for global customers.

The role requires broad Cisco tech domain expertise and a proven leadership track record.