Cisco Solutions Engineer 

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Region, Riyadh 

40235320

Your Impact:

You are a technical leader and a hands-on expert. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of groundbreaking, AI-ready, software-defined infrastructures that enable next-generation service provider networks. You will guide RFPs, proofs of concept (PoCs), and architectural designs, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and industry trends.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent,
2. 10+ years of experience in assurance, automation, networking, including consulting, service implementation and operational expertise,
3. Knowledge of networking technologies & protocols such as routing, switching, MEF, L2/L3, SRv6, MPLS, BNG, VxLAN and EVPN are required,
4. Technology domains knowledge such as ML/AI, SDN, SD-WAN, 5G and Cloud,
5. Must possess a strong focus on customer service and be able to establish and maintain strong relationships throughout the sales cycle,
6. English and Arabic proficiency is required,

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cisco assurance (PCA), Network Automation portfolio e.g. Cisco Crosswork,
• Network programmability basic understanding of NETCONF/YANG, REST, JSON, Network telemetry,
• Preferred strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, techniques & infrastructure (learning models, LLM, GenAI, AGI, NLP, neural networks, deep learning, AI Frameworks, GPU and DPU)
• Proficiency with automation tool sets (Ansible, Terraform, ROBOT) with a strong focus on DC switching and compute.
• Proven track record in guiding complex RFPs, PoCs, and architectural designs for large-scale service providers.
• Solid knowledge of Network Automation and Assurance solutions and positioning including competitive landscape
• Strong knowledge of customer networks, their current challenges, ability to act as consultant and guide the customers – particularly Service Providers, Large Enterprises, and/or Public Sector customers.
• The candidate also needs to be willing to travel (up to 50%)
• Scripting experience (Python, Perl, TCL, shell programming)
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively articulate technology and product positioning to both business and technical users.
• Must be able to maintain a functional home office with the potential for occasional travel.
• CCNP, CCDP, CCIE are highly regarded.