Solutions Engineer - SLED - Austin, TX

Cisco • Austin, TX

5d • $209,100 - $275,100 • Remote

About The Position

Join a dynamic and passionate group of professionals at Cisco, where we empower organizations to thrive in today’s digital age. Our team is at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that drive smarter cities, connected campuses, and stronger communities. We are innovators, collaborators, and problem-solvers who take pride in helping our customers tackle their biggest challenges with confidence. By blending world-class technology with a deep understanding of the unique needs of the market, we don’t just create solutions—we create possibilities. With a culture rooted in inclusivity, curiosity, and collaboration, you’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Together, we are transforming how public sector organizations serve their citizens and learners. If you’re ready to make a real impact while growing your career, come and join us on this exciting journey!

Requirements

• Strong Enterprise Networking background, Data Center and Security.
• 5+ years of industry-related experience
• BS/BA (EE/CS) or relevant experience
• Cisco product experience or relevant experience in key competitor offerings in technology area of emphasis is required

Nice To Haves

• Cloud, Automation and AI experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Cisco's Solutions, and networking fundamentals
• Customer intimacy skills
• Pre-sales experience preferred
• CCNP Enterprise

Responsibilities

• Actively contributes to account planning activities to pinpoint growth opportunities and align technical strategies with customer objectives
• Elevates expertise of Cisco's portfolio with a broadening knowledge of cross-architectural solutions and domains
• Partners to drive innovation and lead solution conversation with technical executives
• Applies deep understanding of customer’s business challenges and drives customers towards portfolio solutions
• Influences strategic priorities for customers and leads cross-architecture designs
• Contributes to planning and leads execution of demand generation and enablement campaigns
• Examines underlying customer needs and promotes cross-architecture solutions
• Leads demonstrations of technical solutions that address specific business challenges
• Leverages advanced competitive market insights to position and differentiate Cisco solutions
• Leads cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external partners to refine strategic alignment and elevate customer relationships
• Motivates SE teams and extended sales teams to strengthen knowledge sharing and guide structured educational initiatives
• Implements adaptation strategies to respond to evolving market conditions and challenges

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, 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, and 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 (for sales roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree