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# Leader, Solutions Engineer - US Commercial - Chicago

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $205,700.0 - $266,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Routing, SAP Sales and Distribution, Wireless Technologies, Cisco
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/BCA189C153EB49578E3618DC527124B8/job/

## About the Role

* 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., * 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.

## Description

* As a Solutions Engineering Leader for US Commercial in the Upper Plains Region, you'll have the opportunity to:
 * 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.


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