Solutions Engineer – SLED

Cisco

Solutions Engineer collaborating with Account Executives to deliver transformative technology to local government and education. Building technical relationships and executing account plans.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $190,100 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and cultivate technical relationships with customers, acting as their advocate and trusted advisor
Identify opportunities and define solution options that align with customers’ business priorities and strategic goals
Collaborate with customers to deliver proof-of-concepts and proof-of-value engagements to showcase Cisco’s solutions
Develop and execute technical account plans, influencing the overall account strategy
Drive adoption and successful operation of Cisco solutions by leveraging internal and partner resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of related experience in technical sales or pre-sales roles
Cisco product experience or relevant experience with key competitor offerings
Proven pre-sales experience, with the ability to translate technical solutions into business value
A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Professional certifications (e.g., CCIE, CCNP)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
Optional 10 paid days per year to volunteer

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Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCustomer AdvocacyCollaboration

Certifications

CCIECCNP