Sr Systems Engineer

Sr Systems EngineerIn our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. RUCKUS Networks builds and delivers purpose-driven networks that perform in the tough, unique environments of the industries we serve. RUCKUS Wi-Fi products and AI/ML-driven Wi-Fi assurance outperforms competitors in an independently validated test. Our Systems Engineering Team is hiring for a seasoned candidate who can work with our Partner Account Manager and able to provide customer-focused technical sales and support to our resellers and customers to design and sell Ruckus networking solutions. This position can be located in the United States, with preference given to people who live in Minnesota or Wisconsin.How You'll Help Us Connect the World: You will be focused on channel partner development and enablement for RUCKUS channel partners as well as customer opportunities. Performing technical demos, proof of concept trials, and technical training, providing the best quality design input and review, solution-focused selling and positioning to all levels of decision-makers, and delivering presentations for customers, partners, prospects, and events. Must be a self-starter with strong technical skills and industry knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, a history or experience as a customer or partner-facing Systems Engineer.Required Qualifications: Five or more years of experience working with IP/Wireless technologies. Outstanding interpersonal skills - verbal and written with the ability to bring together relevant information, optimally detail technical findings, and articulate them to senior leadership. A strong understanding of pre-sales engineering and sales processes, including critical account management, with the ability to support solving complex problems. Advanced understanding of partner business drivers and how to map these to a customer network platform, including identification of improvement areas in network design.You Will Excite Us If You Have: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering or a similar degree program An associate-level networking industry certification such as CCNA, BPIPA, JNCIA, Aruba, Ruckus, or CWNA Possess a solid understanding of the Ruckus wireless and wired portfolio and related technologies Technical Skills: 802.11 a/g/n/ac/ax, 3GPP & LTE (a plus), wireless design and assessment, heat map creation, wireless troubleshooting, wireless network, optimization, IP routing and switching WAN/LAN design, configuration, troubleshooting, Layer 4-7 application services, security authentication methods and products, RADIUS, AD, Virtualization environments/deployments, VM installations (any of VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, GCE, Azure, AWS), Cloudpath etc. General knowledge of the following areas of specialization: VLAN; Security; VoIP; QoS wired/wireless; BYOD/MDM; PtP; Mesh; Wireless Controller Architectures; Wi-Fi protocols and transmission, RF engineering, Indoor and Outdoor wireless deployments, Packet Capture/Analysis Tools: WLAN Security in the areas of Authentication, Encryption, RADIUS/AAA, EAP/PSK, and Active Directory; RF polarization and Antenna signal propagation behavior, RF polarization and Antenna signal propagation behavior.Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. Expected Total Target Compensation for this role is $138,000 - $207,000. The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company's Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.Why Join Us? Vistance Networks shapes the future of communications technology, pushing past what is possible. We deliver solutions that bring reliability and performance to a world always in motion. Our global team of innovators and employees are trusted advisors who listen to customers first, then deliver value. RUCKUS Networks delivers purpose-driven enterprise networks that enable superior business outcomes in demanding environments. Our solutions combine AI-powered automation, proactive network assurance, and context-aware security, providing exceptional performance with simplified management. If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at Vistance Networks. Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans.