Associate Solutions Engineer - United States

Program Overview The Cisco Sales Associate Program (CSAP) is a 12‑month global accelerator designed to develop high‑potential individuals into Technical Sales Champions. The program follows a clear progression: Month 1–3 : Participate in immersive boot‑camp training and foundational technical skill‑building. Month 3–12 : Complete three rotational assignments for real‑world technical sales experience. Beyond 12 months : Transition into a Solutions Engineer role to discover, demonstrate, and design solutions for complex customer challenges. Responsibilities Train alongside a diverse cohort of high‑calibre individuals from across the AMER Region, building a rich professional network and long‑lasting friendships. Master your craft through AI customer simulations and mentored on‑the‑job activities. Collaborate with Cisco Associate Sales Representatives to provide technical solutions that drive business outcomes. Expand expertise across Collaboration, Security, Networking, and Cloud to bridge the gap between technical requirements and business value. Learn from industry experts and dedicated coaches using Cisco’s cutting‑edge technology. Pair with a mentor—a CSAP alumnus who has successfully navigated the program—to support your growth. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Hold a technical degree (Engineering, CS, STEAM) or come from a non‑traditional background with real‑world proof of technical curiosity—such as a home lab, certification, or side project. Fluent in English and the primary language of the country for which you are applying. Legally authorized to work in the country of hire without company sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications AI‑native mindset with a high degree of learning agility; passion for networking and software (Java/Python) and eagerness to use AI to automate and innovate the engineering process. High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate a matrix‑based organization, influence stakeholders, and collaborate within a hub‑based cohort to drive team success. Analytical resilience capable of maintaining focus and creativity when solving sophisticated technical hurdles or translating complex requirements into tangible business value. Confident communicator who can deconstruct "black‑box" technologies into simple, persuasive narratives for diverse audiences. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution. Paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Potential eligibility for Cisco restricted stock units, vesting after defined employment periods. Paid holidays: 10 per year plus 1 floating holiday for non‑exempt employees. Paid day off for employee birthday, paid year‑end holiday shutdown, and up to 4 paid days off for personal wellness. 16 days of paid vacation per year (full‑time, non‑exempt), with additional flexible vacation for exempt employees where available. 80 hours of sick time on hire date and each January1st thereafter, with up to 80 hours carried forward. Optional 10 paid days per year to volunteer. Performance‑based incentive pay for sales roles, with potential for quarterly bonuses and commission structure as per Cisco sales plans. #J-18808-Ljbffr