Network Systems Engineer (Pre-Sales) - NYC at Arista Networks

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Systems Engineering, Pre-Sales Support, Data Center Solutions, Campus Networking, Wi-Fi Solutions, Routing, Switching, L2/L3 Protocols, Network Architecture, CloudVision, Security Solutions, Network Automation, Python, Ansible, SDN, NFV

Industry

Computer Networking Products

Description

Company Description Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do. Job Description What You'll Do We are experiencing tremendous growth and have an immediate need for a collaborative, self-motivated Pre-Sales Network Systems Engineer OR Network Architect to partner with our Account teams to provide pre-sales technical systems engineering support for our enterprise/financial service customers in the NYC Metro area. The Systems Engineer is a critical component of the Arista Sales team with the key responsibility of acting as a trusted advisor for our customers to identify opportunities and gather requirements with existing and new customers. You will conduct Arista product presentations of Arista’s Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including Wi-Fi) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions. You will work with customers performing network architectural reviews, identifying pain points, suggesting improvement plans and solutions to integrate Arista product lines. You will collaborate with Arista Account Managers, strategizing on the best sales process identifying the best solutions for customer, ensuring they are fully versed in all aspects of the solution You will architect, design and propose Arista Data Center & Campus network solutions using Arista recommended design and best practices. Engage customers in Proof of Concept (POC) testing, validating the solutions identified, performing a full range of functional and failure testing. Put together design guidelines and recommend improvements to customers for the networks they support Engage with customer during network outage escalations, providing an interface between the Customer, TAC and Dev teams though problem identification and resolution. Partner with Sales Team to respond to RFP/RFQs Provide feedback to Product Management and Engineering Represent Arista at SDN and Open Networking industry events and conferences Keep up-to-date on competitive solutions, products, and services Author white papers on technology and product Qualifications BS/CS/CE technical degree required Network Industry Certification preferred (e.g. ACE L5/7, CCIE (R&S), JNCIE) You possess a minimum of 5+ years of L2/L3 networking design and implementation experience with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and Wi-Fi solutions. Expert level experience with routing and switching including L2/L3 protocols. You possess recent experience in leaf-spine architecture design. Demonstrated work experience as either a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE or Network Consulting Engineer preferred Expert knowledge in the following areas: Ethernet, RSTP/ MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EVPN, VxLAN, Multicast, QoS Good understanding of the competitor technology landscape - Cisco, Juniper, HP Expert level knowledge of industry-standard CLI Experience with SDN and Network Function Virtualization (NFV) highly desired. Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible desired. Knowledge of competitive products, solutions, and services Ability to write white papers a plus Local/Regional candidates only. Additional Information Compensation Information: The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $112,000 to $160,000. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Systems Engineer will act as a trusted advisor for customers, providing pre-sales technical support and conducting product presentations. Responsibilities include performing network architectural reviews, collaborating with account managers, and engaging in Proof of Concept testing.