Solutions Architect - Presales
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Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Cisco Presales Engineer to support our partners and sales teams in designing, positioning, and delivering Cisco-based solutions. The role involves deep technical expertise , solution architecture, and close collaboration with sales, partners, and Cisco teams to drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate Cisco solutions
- Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation
- Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts ( PoCs ) to partners and customers
- Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies
- Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation
- Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details
- Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions
- Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance
- Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies (Routing & Switching, Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Data Center )
- Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and networking concepts
- Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
- Ability to design scalable and cost-effective solutions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Certifications
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Cisco Specialist certifications (Security / Collaboration / Data Center – added advantage)
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Experience
- 3–8 years of experience in presales / network engineering / solution architecture
- Experience working with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred
- Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics / Telecommunications / IT / Computer Science) or equivalent
Key Stakeholders
- Internal Sales & Product Teams
- Cisco Account Managers & Technical Teams
- Channel Partners / System Integrators
- End Customers
Taken from Ingram Micro's own posting, last seen live on 13 Nov 2026.
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Distributes hardware, software and cloud services from makers such as HPE, Cisco, Dell, Microsoft and AWS to resellers, service providers and IT integrators in more than 50 countries, ordering through its Xvantage digital platform.
Pay schedule: Salary, with annual bonus or sales incentives and long-term incentives for roles that qualify by level and performance; US staff get healthcare, a 401(k) with company match, parental leave and disability cover.
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