Leader, Solutions Engineer - US Commercial - Chicago

Cisco•Chicago, IL

3d•$205,700 - $330,300•Hybrid

About The Position

In US Commercial, our mission is simple: #FirstAndMost. We’re FIRST to deliver cutting-edge solutions, with the MOST impactful outcomes for our customers. We represent diverse industries like Healthcare, Retail and Manufacturing, working with early adopters who embrace innovation and move quickly to achieve goals. Here you’ll sell the entire Cisco portfolio, empowering transformation through best-in-class products covering networking, security, collaboration, AI and more. But it’s not just about selling; it’s about having a blast with an incredible team while driving successful outcomes. As a part of US Commercial, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills and build a long-term career in an ultra-dynamic environment. We invest in YOU. If you’re ready to make an impact, grow your career, and mix success with fun, come join us. Let’s lead and innovate together! As a Solutions Engineering Leader for US Commercial in the Upper Plains Region, you’ll have the opportunity to lead and inspire a team of Solutions Engineers, fostering innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence across 4 states in the central US. (MN, IA, ND, SD). You will partner with your sales leader counterpart and account executive team to influence account and business strategies that align with market and industry trends. You will enable your team to thrive by providing the tools, resources, and guidance they need to deliver premium customer outcomes and drive the business forward. You will work with Connected Architecture teams and channel partners to provide holistic solutions that meet customer needs. You will collaborate with your team to drive demand through in-person engagements with customers and partners. You will foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork, innovation, purpose, and courage, ensuring that wellness, self-care, and giving back are prioritized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, science, or a related field.
Strong technical foundation across the Cisco portfolio, including routing, switching and wireless technologies.
5+ years of pre-sales engineering/industry experience, with acumen around inter-networking products and trends, including competitive landscape.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, DEVELOP EVERY TEAM MEMBER, build relationships, and drive initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI-ready data centers, Hybrid Work, Security, and Digital Resilience.
Cisco certifications and/or industry certifications.
Strong technical foundation across Cisco competitors and industries.
Outstanding interpersonal, problem-solving, and solution-selling skills.
Dedication to continuous development of technical skills and industry trends.

Responsibilities

Lead and Inspire: Guide a team of Solutions Engineers, fostering innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence across 4 states in the central US. (MN, IA, ND, SD)
Drive Strategy: Partner with your sales leader counterpart and account executive team to influence account and business strategies that align with market and industry trends.
Empower Your Team: Enable your team to thrive by providing the tools, resources, and guidance they need to deliver premium customer outcomes and drive the business forward.
Collaborate: Work with Connected Architecture teams and channel partners to provide holistic solutions that meet customer needs.
Create Demand: Collaborate with your team to drive demand through in-person engagements with customers and partners.
Cultivate Culture: Foster a culture of collaboration, teamwork, innovation, purpose, and courage, ensuring that wellness, self-care, and giving back are prioritized.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary (for sales roles)