Solutions Engineer - Norway

at  Cisco Systems

At Cisco, we are crafting, implementing and securing the networks of the future and making outstanding things happen every single day. We bring together the best minds to help our customers accelerate their businesses in a safe and scalable way, helping them lead their own industries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Consistent track record of 5 years + in a pre-sales technical role such as solutions architect, systems engineer, sales engineer.
• Proven mastery and experience in IP routing, switching and WiFi - Included in Software Defined Networks
• Solid awareness and experience working with cloud services (IaaS, SaaS and PaaS)
• Prior experience in network programming using APIs (through Python.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Solid understanding and experience in Catalyst Center, SD Access, segmentation, automation and security experience
• Knowledge of Sales cycle (MEDDPICC), strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor of Science or Masters of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience.
• CCIE certification is strongly preferred
• Excellent relationship building skills, resourcefulness, resilience and presentation skill

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Solutions Engineer, you will team up with the Cisco Sales team to assist with technical sales activities for the Norwegian market. You will utilise your in-depth knowledge of Cisco’s Networking solutions to demonstrate competitive advantages over industry players to both prospective customers and partners. This position provides career development through the direct daily interaction with external relationships such as customers and partners as well as internal cross function collaboration with the Product Management, Product Development/Engineering, Technical Marketing and Sales teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ARE:

• Understand customer and partner requirements to then efficiently present an end-to-end Cisco networking solution.
• Conduct product demonstrations, answer technical questions, contribute to proposals, analyse clients’ needs and develop technical solutions in a pre-sales environment.
• Work on strategic sales initiatives (customer outreach, Channel training, etc.) to grow business in targeted regions.
• Maintain strong interpersonal presentation and troubleshooting skills while evoking passion and confidence with your audience.