Sales Engineering Specialist

Nokia

Sales Engineer designing Nokia Fixed Networks (PON) solutions for US telecom customers. Partnering with Sales and customers on technical strategy, demonstrations, trials, and competitive solution positioning.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,800 - $215,057 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Fixed Networks (PON) technology and IP networking, with a strong ability to engage customers and provide technical solutions. Proven track record in sales engineering within the telecommunications industry, emphasizing relationship building and strategic account growth.

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Fixed Networks (PON) TechnologyIP Networking, Routing, and SwitchingSales Engineering ExperienceMajor Vendor Routing Certification (CCIE-SP, JNCIE-SP, SRA)Business Acumen and Market Strategy

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Hard Skills

Fixed Networks (PON) PlanningData-Networking Equipment ManagementNetwork Operations ExperienceBSS/OSS IntegrationTechnical Pre-Sales SupportTechnical Post-Sales SupportCustomer Requirements AnalysisSolution ArchitectureProduct DemonstrationsNetwork Trials Support

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingCustomer EngagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AltiplanoWi-Fi TechnologyNetwork Monitoring ToolsTraffic Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIE-SPJNCIE-SPSRA

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsFixed NetworksIP NetworksSales Pipeline DevelopmentAccount Growth Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate and develop business opportunities in collaboration with the Sales team
Act as a subject matter expert, engage customers, present viable technical solutions, and articulate value to customers
Support product demonstrations, on-site lab evaluations, and network trials
Identify customer requirements and communicate needed success criteria to internal pricing teams
Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, and services
Provide technical pre-sales and post-sales engineering support
Travel up to 50% overnight to meet customers, strategize with account leaders, and represent Nokia at events
Interact directly with customers to determine challenges and propose solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
At least 5 years of experience as a sales engineer, solution architect, or related technical role in the telecommunications industry, involving Fixed and IP Networks
Advanced knowledge of Fixed Networks (PON) technology planning, deployment, and management, including data-networking equipment
Demonstrated success in challenging customer-facing roles
Ability to build positive relationships and serve as Nokia’s primary technical face
Excellent written, communication, and presentation skills
Practical experience with Fixed Networks (PON) and Wi-Fi technology
In-depth Altiplano knowledge and hands-on experience preferred
Network operations experience
Practical experience with IP networking, routing, and switching, including hands-on skills
Major vendor routing certification: CCIE-SP, JNCIE-SP, or SRA
Business acumen and market/account strategy experience
Ability to build the sales pipeline and foster long-term account growth
Experience integrating network systems and BSS/OSS designed to monitor and maintain network performance and traffic
NSA vetting and US drug test required during onboarding

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 50% overnight travel
Laptop support with ordering
NSA Vetting and US drug test completed during onboarding