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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Extreme Networks - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, IPv4, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Routing, Wi-Fi Technology, Google Cloud, Network Access Control, Firewalls (Computer Science), NetScout, Information Technology, AirMagnet - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/sled-systems-engineer-must-reside-in-northern-california-extreme-networks-9772630 ## About the Role * 3-6 years of experience in networking or pre-sales engineering * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience * Demonstrated ability to independently design solutions for mid-complexity, multi-product environments * Track record of owning technical outcomes and directly influencing revenue within a territory * Strong knowledge across two or more of the following: Network Access Control (NAC)/RADIUS/802.1x/Active Directory/LDAP, security principles (firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention), cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), wireless/SDN/SaaS, IPv4/v6 routing protocols, Layer 2 switching * Preferred certifications: Extreme Professional, CCNP, CWNA, or equivalent * Excellent consultative, presentation, and communication skills; able to earn trust as a technical strategist with Account Executives and customers * Comfortable mentoring more junior SEs and sharing field expertise * Ability to travel within the assigned territory as needed Growth Trajectory Success in this role is measured by consistent ownership of mid-complexity opportunities, operating independently across the territory, and being trusted by the Account Executive as the go-to technical strategist. Strong performers who mentor others and demonstrate measurable field impact are positioned to advance to the next level of technical leadership ## Description Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme. Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them. Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there's no better time to join the Extreme team. Systems Engineer The Systems Engineer is a pre-sales technical role that owns the technical strategy for a portfolio of mid-complexity accounts within an assigned territory, working in close partnership with the Account Executive team. Operating with moderate-to-high autonomy, this person independently designs solutions, leads technical validation, and is directly accountable for the technical win rate and revenue outcomes in their accounts. Responsibilities * Lead technical qualification for assigned accounts throughout the sales cycle * Independently design and architect solutions that meet customer requirements * Drive Proof of Concepts (POCs) and technical validation to advance deals * Partner with Account Executives to shape and influence deal strategy * Build technical capability within channel partners through training and enablement * Expand and apply competitive positioning knowledge to win against alternative vendors * Own technical win rate and contribute directly to territory revenue results * Represent Extreme Networks in customer presentations, demonstrations, and technical discussions across all levels of a customer's organization * Use Wi-Fi test and planning tools (e.g., Ekahau, AirMagnet, NetScout) to support design and validation work ## Related Videos - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) - [IP Authentication: A Tale of Performance Pitfalls and Challenges in Prod](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1413-ip-authentication-a-tale-of-performance-pitfalls-and-challenges-in-prod) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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