Solutions Engineer

Cisco

Solutions Engineer designing Cisco networking, AI, security and IoT solutions for global automotive customers. Advising stakeholders and leading enterprise technical discovery, demonstrations and proofs of concept.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $188,500 - $238,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in translating business priorities into technical strategies, particularly in Security, IoT, and AI solutions. Proven ability to lead technical discovery and solution design while collaborating effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

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Solutions EngineeringTechnical ConsultingEnterprise NetworkingCisco Certification (CCNP, CCIE)Technical Discovery

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Hard Skills

Solution DesignTechnical PresentationsProof-of-Concept ActivitiesAI SolutionsIoT SolutionsSecurity SolutionsCloud SolutionsData Center SolutionsAutomationCollaboration

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationCustomer EngagementCross-Cultural TeamworkStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Cisco TechnologiesSplunkAI-Enabled Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNPCCIEIndustry-Recognized Technical Certification

Industry Keywords

Enterprise SolutionsCustomer-Facing Technology RoleAutomotiveManufacturingComplex Customer Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudIoTSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customer technical leaders, architects and decision-makers
Translate business and operational priorities into technical requirements and cross-architecture solutions
Collaborate with global and regional account teams to develop sales strategies and identify opportunities
Drive key customer engagements
Lead technical discovery, solution design, presentations, demonstrations, workshops and proof-of-concept activities
Position Cisco’s differentiation and business value and develop competitive technical strategies
Coordinate specialists, partners and Customer Experience resources throughout the sales cycle
Represent customer requirements within Cisco
Share customer insights with product, engineering, services and support teams
Maintain expertise across Cisco technologies, particularly AI, IoT, Security and Splunk
Use industry trends, competitive insights and AI-enabled tools to provide customer recommendations
Deliver technical wins and contribute to sustainable account growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in solutions engineering, pre-sales engineering, technical consulting or a comparable customer-facing technology role
Experience designing and positioning enterprise solutions across multiple technology areas, including Enterprise Networking, IoT, Security, Splunk, AI, Data Center, Cloud, Automation and Collaboration
Experience leading technical discovery, solution-design presentations, demonstrations, workshops or proof-of-concept activities for enterprise customers
Experience translating customer business priorities into technical strategies and engaging with technical and business stakeholders
Ability to travel within the Americas and participate in global customer or team meetings across time zones
Cisco certification such as CCNP, CCIE or an equivalent industry-recognized technical certification is preferred
BS/BA (EE/CS) or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred
Technical expertise in Security and IoT solutions in complex enterprise environments
Experience supporting large automotive, manufacturing or similarly complex customer environments
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts as clear business outcomes
Ability to collaborate across cultures, functions and geographic regions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid employee birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies
Performance-based incentive pay for employees on sales plans