Solutions Engineer

Cisco

Cisco Solutions Engineer delivering networking and cloud architectures for customer business needs. Driving technical sales, strategic planning, demonstrations, and revenue growth in India.

Posted 8/29/2026full-timeGurgaon • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cisco Networking Technologies, including SD-WAN, MPLS, LAN, Cloud, Unified Communications, and Security, while effectively managing technical relationships and driving customer success through strategic planning and solution design.

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Cisco Networking TechnologiesCloud Computing PlatformsNetwork Automation ToolsTechnical Sales ProcessStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

SD-WANMPLSLANCloudUnified CommunicationsSecurityNetwork AutomationTechnical Solution DesignArchitectural PerspectivesCross-Architecture Solutions

Soft Skills

CollaborationCustomer Relationship ManagementStakeholder MobilizationAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Deal-Support ToolsVirtual Sales SupportEducational Programs

Industry Keywords

Technical AdvisorCustomer SuccessDemand GenerationMarket OpportunitiesCompetitive Intelligence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Cisco brand with customers and partners by delivering technical solutions addressing their business needs
Collaborate with account teams and connected sales teams to ensure customer success as a trusted technical advisor
Leverage deep knowledge of Cisco’s portfolio, including specialized and architectural perspectives
Drive penetration through cross-selling and up-selling while displacing competition
Manage the technical relationship with customers and partners
Lead engagements with IT and business decision-makers and translate business needs into technical requirements
Focus on landing opportunities and expanding within accounts
Participate in customer strategic planning
Provide feedback to Business Executives and sales teams on customer needs, market opportunities, and competitive tactics
Lead deals through the technical sales process, design and present solutions, manage virtual sales support teams, and leverage deal-support tools
Increase revenue by converting opportunities to closed deals, displacing competitors, and expanding the customer base
Develop multi-year strategic plans integrating Cisco’s portfolio
Shape technical strategies for senior executives
Align customer objectives with industry knowledge to create comprehensive solutions
Lead demand generation and enablement initiatives
Identify latent customer needs and showcase cross-architecture solutions
Lead demonstrations emphasizing business outcomes
Use competitive intelligence to differentiate Cisco offerings
Mobilize stakeholder networks and optimize relationships
Direct virtual and extended sales teams toward continuous improvement and oversee educational programs
Adapt strategies in response to market disruptions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related experience, or an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) with related experience
Proficiency in Cisco networking technologies and solutions, including SD-WAN, MPLS, LAN, Cloud, Unified Communications (UC), and Security
Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms and services
Expertise in Cisco’s cloud portfolio to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective architectures
Hands-on experience with network automation tools to streamline deployment, management, and operational efficiency of network and collaboration solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive environment that fosters growth, teamwork, and meaningful contributions
Opportunities to grow and build
Collaboration with a worldwide network of professionals and experts