Cloud and AI Infrastructure Solutions Engineering Manager(SEM) - GES East

The application window is expected to close on: January 20, 2025

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Ideal candidate will be located in Northeastern or Southeastern US

What You'll Do:

We are seeking an inspirational and innovative Senior Solutions Engineering Leader to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Solutions Engineering Leader - AI you will be responsible for crafting our Cloud & AI solutions in the Global Enterprise Segment West Area. You will lead a team of highly specialized Solutions Engineers engaging with our direct line of business to articulate Cisco's strategy, design & execute on our Full Stack Architecture in the AI Ready Data Center. This role requires extensive leadership experience, a deep understanding of Cloud AI technologies, and a strong ability to communicate sophisticated technical concepts to a diverse audience.

Who You'll Work With:

The Cloud AI Specialist team delivers one scalable strategy with local execution for data center customer transformation and growth. We are the worldwide go-to-market compute and data center networking engine bringing together market transitions and empowering sellers to fuel growth for customers and Cisco. Alongside our colleagues, Cloud & AI Infrastructure builds the sales strategy, activates sellers and technical communities, and accelerates selling.

Who You Are:

You'll have the ability to own the team that will develop and execute a solution lead business outcome strategy to achieve sales targets for AI products and services. Develop relationships with key decision-makers. You will need to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.

Minimum requirements

* 10 years in technology pre-sales engineering, preferably with a focus on AI, machine learning, data center compute architectures or related fields.

* Validated knowledge of AI technology, including machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision.

* Ability to present and demonstrate Data Center Innovation in the space of AI to our largest customers in the West area, highlighting the benefits and competitive advantages.

Preferred requirements

* 2 years directly running a technology pre-sales engineering organization and leading cross functional teams

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.

* Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

* Ability to understand technical concepts and translate them into business value for clients.

* Engage with clients to understand their business challenges and needs related to AI.

* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, engineering, product development, channel and solutions partners and customer success, to align sales strategies and improve customer experiences.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Why Cisco?

#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters - with people like you!

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