For our client, we are currently seeking a Consulting Engineer working remotely in EMEA.
- Drives technology design, implementation, execution and/or optimization for customer projects/accounts.
- Works with customers to plan, design, configure and/or diagnose Cisco’s suite of products, services and solutions to accelerate customer outcomes
- Assists customers with integration and implementation of tools, systems and service assurance
- Supports presale activities and translate business requirements into solution design
- Builds customer simulations in test labs to resolve/validate complex problems and compatibility issues
- Creates and delivers customer collateral, portals, documentation and knowledge transfer
- Aligns technical deliverables to customer business outcomes
- Drives customer technology transitions, influencing solution architectures and services
- Complies with and supports company policies and processes and utilizes relevant tools to effectively execute the role and support Professional Services’ strategies and goals
Role Specific Responsibilities
- Acting as a trusted advisor and building business long-term relationship with customers across European region
- Participate in or lead complex Data Center and Cloud infrastructure projects (network)
- Solve complex, cross-functional issues (might include network, ACI, VXLAN, NMS, automations)
- Test solutions in the Internal Labs
- Provide technical support for customers during software and hardware upgrades
- Participate in regular status meetings and ad-hoc interactions with customers
- Manage your deliverables and responsibilities while maintaining high customers’ sentiment
- Support Project Managers (PM) in project tracking and in resolution of project issues
Scope
- Collaborates with other Consulting Engineers in appropriate technology domains to ensure optimal use of resources to meet customer needs Cisco Confidential
- Typically interacts with individual contributors, managers, and customers
Complexity
- Works on moderately complex problems and considers relative value of several alternative solutions to potential issues before confirming a final decision as to the path forward
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in designing, deploying & supporting Networking and Data Center solutions (ideally from Cisco)
- Good Understanding of networking protocols and technologies (Cisco ACI, VXLAN, OSPF, BGP, STP, VLANs, VPC, QoS, etc.)
- Good understanding of Data Center concepts, architectures and latest trends
Desired Skills (competitive advantage – optional)
- Hands-on experience using Cisco Nexus devices
- Practical knowledge and experience of Cisco ACI
- Solid understanding of other network technologies like security, service-provider, enterprise.
- Knowledge of Public Cloud providers
- Knowledge of operating systems administration (Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu Canonical, Windows Server)
- Knowledge of virtualization, containers
- Experience in scripting languages
Soft Skills
- Proficiency in English – both verbal and written
- Good written and verbal communications skills
- Strong consulting, influencing & client-facing skills
- Self-motivated and creative; energized by working collaboratively and with an innovation mindset.
- Lifelong learner, ready to constantly learn new technologies
Take your career to the next level with exciting projects, expert teams, and cutting-edge technologies. Apply now!
Location: EMEA | Remote
