3+ years' experience of a technical role encompassing the Service Provider industry
Solid knowledge in several of the following domains: Networking, Service Provider Routing, Enterprise Networking, Cloud & AI technologies, Security & Automation
Strong analytical skills and ability to present and articulate an effective solution that delivers customer value
Experience in engaging with customer roles from engineers to architects, aligning technology to business drivers.
Preferred qualifications are:
Education & Technical Foundation
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical field.
Industry-relevant certifications, such as Cisco CCxx, demonstrating deep technical proficiency.
Comprehensive understanding of Cisco's product families and the ability to articulate their value across complex architectures.
Sales & Business Acumen
Proven experience positioning software-based solutions, including recurring revenue, subscription licensing, and SaaS consumption models.
Strong business acumen to support the Account Team in analyzing market trends and developing long-term technical and business strategies.
Solid grasp of the full sales cycle, including the ability to identify and navigate business challenges to drive demand and pipeline.
Execution & Orchestration
Experience managing sophisticated customer RFx processes, including the orchestration of internal resources (Business Units, Specialists) and external partners.
Ability to act as a primary technical advocate, driving customer issues through to resolution by collaborating with TAC and Business Unit resources.
Capacity to influence future product roadmaps by collaborating with Cisco Business Units on feature improvements that drive additional revenue.
Consultative & Communication Skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical leads to executive management.
Strong consultative mindset, capable of educating customers on value propositions, business drivers, and closing opportunities.
Proven ability to build and maintain deep customer and partner intimacy, serving as a trusted technical advisor.
Creative, determined, and flexible approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Why Cisco?
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Additional Information
Meet the Team
Our Solutions Engineering team serves as the technical engine for the UKI Service Provider market, supporting a diverse portfolio of customers ranging from Carrier and Media to Data Center and Cloud providers. We operate in tight-knit squads alongside our Account Managers, serving as a critical pillar within the broader UKI SP cluster and the wider EMEA Service Provider organization. Our team is defined by a flexible, highly knowledgeable, and deeply customer-dedicated culture that thrives on complex technical challenges and collaborative partner engagement. With a proven track record of success and consistent year-over-year growth, we are at the forefront of driving innovation across the region. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic, high-performing group that is actively shaping the future of connectivity in the UKI market.
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