Solutions Architect - Presales

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Description: Key Responsibilities Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate Cisco solutions Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to partners and customers Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts Key Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies (Routing & Switching, Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Data Center) Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and networking concepts Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills Ability to design scalable and cost-effective solutions Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Preferred Certifications Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Cisco Specialist certifications (Security / Collaboration / Data Center – added advantage) Experience 3–8 years of experience in presales / network engineering / solution architecture Experience working with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory