Strategic Transformational Solutions Architect (Pre-Sales)

Cisco Systems, Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a senior Solutions Architect to lead consultative pre-sales architecture across multiple domains, translating business and technical requirements into scalable blueprints and transformation roadmaps.

You will partner with sales, delivery, and GTM teams to shape high-value opportunities and articulate Cisco’s value in complex RFP/RFI responses. You will mentor rising architects, drive cross-team collaboration, and ensure architectural solutions are de-risked and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in technical solutions architecture or engineering.
• Expert-level industry certification such as CCIE or equivalent credential.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency across at least two major Cisco technology domains.
• Proven track record in managing complex, multi-architecture technical engagement lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex customer requirements into blueprints and architectural frameworks.
• Identify, shape, and progress high-value lifecycle opportunities with cross-functional teams.
• Lead CX RFP/RFI responses and articulate business value of Cisco tech and services.
• Collaborate with post-sales delivery architects to de-risk execution and ensure on-time delivery.
• Engage senior IT/OT leaders to align multi-technology architectures with Cisco roadmaps.
• Scale reusable IP and mentor the technical community to elevate architecture standards.

Skills

Technical architecture

Pre-sales experience

RFP/RFI execution

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a senior Solutions Architect to lead consultative pre-sales architecture across multiple domains, translating business and technical requirements into scalable blueprints and transformation roadmaps.

You will partner with sales, delivery, and GTM teams to shape high-value opportunities and articulate Cisco’s value in complex RFP/RFI responses. You will mentor rising architects, drive cross-team collaboration, and ensure architectural solutions are de-risked and