Solutions Architect - Presales

**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!** Job Description:  **Key Responsibilities** * Work closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements and propose appropriate **Cisco solutions** * Provide presales technical support including solution design, BoM creation, and proposal documentation * Deliver technical presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to partners and customers * Support partner enablement through training sessions and workshops on Cisco technologies * Engage with Cisco account teams for deal registrations, pricing, and solution validation * Assist in RFP/RFI responses and ensure timely submission with accurate technical details * Stay updated on Cisco product portfolio, including networking, security, collaboration, and data center solutions * Work with internal teams for order configuration, licensing, and solution compliance * Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts **Key Skills & Competencies** * Strong knowledge of Cisco technologies (Routing & Switching, Security, Wireless, Collaboration, Data Center) * Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure and networking concepts * Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills * Ability to design scalable and cost-effective solutions * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities * Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment **Preferred Certifications** * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) * Cisco Specialist certifications (Security / Collaboration / Data Center – added advantage) **Experience** * 3–8 years of experience in presales / network engineering / solution architecture * Experience working with system integrators, distributors, or OEMs preferred * Prior experience with Cisco product portfolio is mandatory