The Cloud + AI Specialist team at Cisco is looking to hire a Senior Solutions Engineering Leader to craft and execute strategies for Cloud & AI solutions within the US Commercial Central area. The goal is to drive sales targets for AI products and services by leading a team of Solutions Engineers to articulate Cisco's strategy and design Full Stack Architectures in the AI Ready Data Center.
Requirements
- 5+ years in technology pre-sales engineering, preferably with a focus on data center networking + compute, AI, machine learning architectures or related fields.
- Validated knowledge of AI technology, including machine learning, natural language processing, and AI security.
- Ability to present and demonstrate Data Center Innovation in the space of AI to some of our largest commercial customers in the central US, highlighting the benefits and competitive advantages.
- 5+ years directly leading a technology pre-sales engineering organization and influencing cross-functional teams
- Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into business value for clients.
Responsibilities
- Crafting our Cloud & AI solutions in the US Commercial Central area business.
- Lead a team of highly specialized Solutions Engineers engaging with our direct line of business to articulate Cisco's strategy, design & execute on our Full Stack Architecture in the AI Ready Data Center.
- Develop and execute a solution lead business outcome strategy to achieve sales targets for AI products and services.
- Present and demonstrate Data Center Innovation in the space of AI to some of our largest commercial customers in the central US, highlighting the benefits and competitive advantages.
- Engage with clients to understand their business challenges and needs related to AI.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, engineering, product development, channel and solutions partners and customer success, to align sales strategies and improve customer experiences.
Other
- Candidate must reside in or able to relocate to Central Area/Region
- You will need to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
