System & Network Engineering

Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking (Northern California)This role has been designated as ‘Remote/Teleworker’, which means you will primarily work from home.Who We Are:Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. Job Description:HPE Networking is a leading provider of AI driven next-generation networking solutions. We bring together curious minds to create breakthrough technology solutions, helping our customers make their mark on the world.​HPE Networking is redefining the Edge and creating new customer experiences by building intelligent spaces and digital workspaces - leading next-generation network access solutions for the mobile enterprise. We help some of the largest and most exciting companies globally to modernize their networks to meet the demands of a digital future leading towards a self-driving network.​We are looking for a Pre-Sales System Engineer to join us locally in the Santa Clara Valley of Northern CA. An HPE Networking Pre-Sales Systems Engineer primarily provides pre-sales technical support for the development and implementation of complex solutions created to meet and exceed our customer’s business requirements. As a Pre-Sales/Systems Engineer, the SE will be responsible for managing pre-sales technical / functional support to existing and prospective clients while ensuring customer satisfaction with the technical sales process and solution deployment. With a proven track record of successful sales support activity, the Systems Engineer will present and articulate the capabilities and values of a HPE Solution as it relates to our customer business requirements and versus that of our competitors. The preferred candidate will have career level experience with networking infrastructure technologies in all arenas.​​The Systems Engineer must combine excellent sales support, and consultative skills with an expert understanding of advanced and emerging technologies with an emphasis on datacenter, campus and distributed branch networks. The Systems Engineer will consult with their assigned Territory Manager to provide a comprehensive technical sales pitch to prospective clients.​This Systems Engineer will proactively support an opportunity pipeline and drive through the sales process to closure. This Systems Engineer must know how to gather the client data required to effectively tailor a solution. By combining technical expertise with business acumen this role provides vital, detailed information about how HPE Networking solutions deliver business value to our clients.​​In a typical day as an HPE Networking Pre-Sales Systems Engineer, you would support your customers by…​Creating and defining a Technological Roadmap on pre-assigned clients, with a huge focus on the priority areas of HPE Networking.Creating and documenting technology solutions and proposals designed to meet your customer’s business requirements.Implementing and supporting customer Proof of Concept engagements, proving that HPE technical solutions meet and exceed customer business requirements.Interfacing with both internal and external/industry experts to anticipate customer needs and facilitate solutions development.Building and developing meaningful relationships based on technical expertise and business acumen.Understanding the HPE channel and creating relationships, with HPE partners, to increase sales via the channel.​​Have a Bachelor’s Degree in computer engineering or related field OR have significant experience in networking technical and pre-sales activities roles.Have a minimum of 5+ years of technical professional, pre-sales/post-sales, work experience.Have extensive experience in Networking including routing, switching, Wi-Fi, security, SASE and Network Management platforms, both on Premises and in Cloud.Hold specific Networking certifications (Aruba (Professional), Juniper (JNCIE), Cisco (CCIE), etc).Have experience in Network Access Security including HPE Aruba Clearpass, Juniper Access Assurance, Cisco ISE, Forescoute etc.Are experienced in creating solution sales offerings spanning multiple product and service portfolios in a very competitive market.Are an effective, articulate, communicator with strong customer-facing skills and able to translate product knowledge into customer’s added business value.Want to work within a team in a very competitive market, maintaining a hands-on, customer first, approach towards your business plan execution.#LI-RemoteWhat We Can Offer You:Health & WellbeingWe strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.Personal & Professional DevelopmentWe also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. unitedstates#networking, #salesJob:Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level. - Annual Salary USD 166,000 - 343,000 in CaliforniaThis range reflects the minimum to maximum combined base and target-level sales compensation that would be paid if the hire performs at 100% of their sales plan. Of that on-target pay amount, the mix of base salary and target-level sales compensation is 75%/25%."Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.Recruitment Fraud AlertWe have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.Santa Clara, California, United States of AmericaType: Full time