Solutions Engineer, Routing- I&MI

Cisco • Richardson, TX

9d • $205,700 - $330,300 • Remote

About The Position

Join Cisco's Internet and Mass-Scale Infrastructure (I&MI) Architecture team, which builds the high-performance critical networking infrastructure powering the AI era and the modern internet. The team focuses on creating flexible, secure, and high-performance networking systems to manage exponential data growth, support demanding AI workloads, and deliver seamless digital experiences globally. As a Specialist Solutions Engineer within the I&MI Architecture Team, you will provide technical expertise and pre-sales support for Cisco's comprehensive Internet and Mass Scale Infrastructure Portfolio, including Backbone Routing (Cisco 8000 Series Routers, Cisco ASR 9000 Series, Cisco NCS Series) and AI Networking Solutions (Scalable fabrics for GPU-powered infrastructures).

Requirements

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in Routing and Solution sales/engineering in Data Center/Data Center Interconnect/WAN backbone, Service Provider related domains.
• Proven experience as a Systems Engineer or Solutions Architect in the telecommunications/networking industry and ability to position IMI products in DC/WAN backbone.
• Strong Understanding of Routing and Switching Standards and Technologies, Cisco IOS-XR, Segment Routing/ipv6, L2/L3 VPNs and IP Networking.
• A customer-obsessed engineer who excels in fast-paced environments, owns the technical relationship and translates complex architecture challenges into clear ROI.

Nice To Haves

• Industry Certifications in Routing and Switching like CCIE/CCNP
• Good understanding of the Public Sector/Commercial/Enterprise/LATAM customers in North America.
• Deep knowledge of multi-vendor solutions, the competitive landscape, market trends and transitions.
• Experience with customer use cases such as AI datacenter interconnect, peering and edge deployments, WAN backhaul, SP Routing and Transport.
• Knowledge of Optics and Optical Networking is a plus.
• Knowledge of IMI portfolio’s Automation and Assurance software is a plus.
• Ability to travel and work in a highly matrixed, diverse geo-located team.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Pre-Sales: Collaborate cross-functionally with Cisco's I&MI Account Executives, Customer Experience (CX), Engineering, and Sales Account Managers, Account Solutions Engineers, Partner organization teams to align sales and partner strategies across all I&MI architectures.
• Deliver compelling technical presentations, demonstrations, and proof-of-concepts to customers at all levels including C-suite.
• Design and architect end-to-end solutions/architectural designs for next-generation converged networks spanning Layer 0 to Layer 3; draft RFQ/RFP responses for customers.
• Act as a trusted technical influencer for strategic accounts to ensure alignment with customer objectives and industry trends.

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
• grants of Cisco restricted stock units
• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
• 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
• 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
• paid year-end holiday shutdown
• 4 paid days off for personal wellness
• 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (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
• Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
• annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
• performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed