Arista Networks
Financial Services
NetworkSystemsEngineer(PreSales)
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“Network Systems Engineer (Pre Sales) at Arista Networks. Skills: Network systems engineering, Pre-sales, Trading platforms. Act as trusted advisor. Gather requirements”
Industry & Context.
Problem management
Reside in Chicago metro, 10% travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5 years networking design, 5 years implementation experience, Data Center experience, Campus experience, WI-FI experience, Security solutions experience, Financial Services customers experience, presentation skills, selling skills, communication of complex technical material, build successful relationships, interpersonal skills, customer relations skills, problem management skills, stay calm under pressure, work to strict deadlines, Experience creating technical material, Solid knowledge of competitive products, Solid knowledge of competitive solutions, Solid knowledge of competitive services
Nice to Have
Network Overlay experience, Virtualization experience, Network automation experience, Python experience, Ansible experience, Network Industry Certification, Arista Cloud Engineer (ACE) level 3-5
What You'll Do.
Act as trusted advisor
Identify opportunities
Own pre-sales technical relationship
Own post-sales technical relationship
Build deep knowledge of Arista technologies
Maintain deep knowledge of Arista technologies
Support strategic customers
Enable strategic customers
Facilitate technical training
Engage with key partners
Develop proficiencies in delivering services
Participate in Proof of Concepts
Participate in on-site customer testing
Execute technical Quarterly Business Reviews
Support onsite requirements
Respond to inbound questions
Lab testing solutions
Present technical content
Create technical marketing materials
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Sales Engineering team; Product Management teams; Software Development teams; Arista TAC; Executive team
Communication Scope
Technical presentations; Technical writing
Full Job Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do. Who You’ll Work With When you join Arista as part of the Sales Engineering team, you're not just stepping into a role; you're becoming part of a team of industry experts and technical leaders. Typically reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you'll be working alongside some of the most skilled field engineers in the industry. Our team prides itself on not just understanding the technology but also the business impact and aligning our solutions with the larger goals of our clients. In collaboration with our Product Management and Software Development teams, you will play a pivotal role in steering product developments, offerings, and strategic direction to best serve our customers and prospects. Supported by the expertise of our world class Arista TAC, cutting-edge proof-of-concept resources, and support of the executive team, you are well-posit
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