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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Partner Systems Engineer - **Company:** Cisco Systems GmbH - **Location:** Berlin, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Catalyst (Software), CompTIA Network+, Network Security, AI Infrastructure, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Data Center Networking, Cisco - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0a1320ba3de744a5 ## About the Role * 7+ years of technical experience in the networking industry. * Demonstrable expertise in one or more domains: Networking, Security (e.g., Firewalls, ISE), Data Center Networking, or Collaboration Devices. * Proven experience engaging with partner roles, from technical engineers to C-suite decision-makers. * Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to value-sell and deliver engaging technical workshops. * Strong analytical skills to assess complex business and technical challenges and resolve them with effective, scalable actions. * Self-driven mindset with the ability to build relationships, formulate structured account plans, and execute independently within the German market. * Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to support partner engagements and regional activities across Germany. * Fluent/Native language skills in English and German, * Detailed knowledge of Cisco's Secure Networking portfolio (Catalyst, Meraki, Hybrid Mesh Firewalls, and Secure Routers). * Experience with Workplace Experience and Collaboration solutions (Collaboration Devices, RoomOS). * Understanding of Full Stack AI infrastructure and networking requirements for optimal AI workload performance. * Relevant Certifications (e.g., CCIE/CCNP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Expert, CompTIA Network+). * Experience contributing to Partner Business Planning and QBR cycles. * Proven track record of exceeding targets and driving partner-sourced revenue. * Experience leading competitive displacement engagements. ## Description * Strategic Architectural Leadership: Leverage deep-domain expertise across the Cisco portfolio to drive technology adoption. Identify cross-sell and up-sell opportunities, executing competitive displacement strategies to secure Cisco as the preferred architectural standard. * Partner Engagement& Enablement: Equip partners with the skills, tools, and blueprints to build and deliver high-value Cisco offerings. Orchestrate the technical track of the Partner Account Plan, aligning partner labs and demo capabilities with Cisco's strategic roadmap. * Driving GTM Success: Focus on growth in Secure Networking, Full Stack AI infrastructure, and Workplace Experiences. Facilitate creative solution workshops and lead Proof of Concept (POC) engagements to demonstrate technical superiority. * Corporate Interlock: Act as a critical field intelligence feedback loop, syncing with Cisco's direct Portfolio SEs to ensure a unified"One Cisc" technical front. Capture and articulate key partner and customer requirements to influence product development. * Technical Sales Cycle: Guide partners through complex support and TAC escalation processes while driving long-term feature adoption to maximize renewal outcomes. * Demand Generation and Pipeline Support: Partner with sales stakeholders to identify and drive new lines of business, contributing technical credibility that enables partner-led pipeline conversion. * Event& Community Leadership: Represent Cisco at partner events, trade shows, webinars, and technical forums, driving thought leadership and fostering a technical community across the region. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: How CIO Katrin Lehmann is Empowering 5,000 Developers and Driving Digital Change](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1360-inside-mercedes-benz-how-cio-katrin-lehmann-is-empowering-5-000-developers-and-driving-digital-change) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Modern Web Development with Nuxt3](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/294-modern-web-development-with-nuxt3) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) ## Related Articles - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023)