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# Solutions Engineer, SLED (MA/CT)

- **Company:** Cisco Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Hartford, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $218,600 - $286,100
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Netconf, Cloud Services, Ansible, Nx-os, SDN Network, Firepower, Terraform, Cisco
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25304_f93c91e7becf4918eeac5035736769fa

## About the Role

* 5+ years in a customer facing, field-sales engineering role or network engineering role
 * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
 * Experience with Cisco technologies, including networking, security, collaboration, or cloud solutions
 * Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas, * CCNP/CCDP or similar vendor certification
 * Understanding of emerging technologies including, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), AI/ML, DevOps, and cloud solutions (AWS/Azure/GCP)
 * Proficiency with Python, RESTCONF, NETCONF, YANG Suite, Ansible, Terraform
 * Hands-on experience with core Cisco technologies including, IOS-XE, Firepower, Meraki, NX-OS, ACI, and NDFC
 * Strong technical presentation skills with demonstrated experience articulating a complex technical solution to both technical and non-technical audiences, including C-level executives

## Description

* Dive into our customers' business to gain a comprehensive understanding of their challenges and opportunities and develop technical strategies where Cisco can be positioned to help our customers.
 * Work alongside our partners, architecture teams, and CX organization to ensure the successful adoption and optimization of our solutions.
 * Establish a partnership with your Account Manager to drive a robust pipeline by focusing on discovery, demos, and deliverables that showcase the value of our portfolio.
 * Build and maintain strong relationships with our customers by conducting regular in-person meetings and non-transactional touchpoints to foster trust and collaboration.
 * Stay ahead of the curve with an always learning mindset to stay up to date on industry trends and competitive strategy