Systems Engineer (SD-WAN)

TL;DR

Systems Engineer (SD-WAN): Providing technical pre-sales support and designing cloud-delivered SD-WAN solutions for enterprise customers with an accent on network architecture, technical demonstrations, and sales enablement. Focus on translating complex WAN requirements into comprehensive Arista network designs, managing Proof of Concepts, and driving technical adoption in the era of AI.

Location: US-based role

Salary: $125,000–$185,000

Company

hirify.global is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data centers, campus, and routing environments, leveraging AI and software-defined networking.

What you will do

• Partner with account teams to provide technical systems engineering support for enterprise customers and channel partners.
• Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and participate in sales calls to drive VeloCloud SD-WAN adoption.
• Architect and design comprehensive network solutions, including design documents, statements of work, and bills of materials.
• Lead technical responses to RFIs, RFPs, and sales proposals.
• Perform hands-on Proof of Concept (PoC) tests to validate customer setups.
• Provide technical training to prospects and partners to ensure successful market positioning.

Requirements

• Must be based in the US (implied by US-specific benefits and compensation structure).
• BS/CS/CE technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7+ years of pre-sales experience in data centers, campus, WAN, or Cloud services.
• Expert knowledge in at least three of the following: Ethernet/LAN switching, IPSec, IP Routing (OSPF, BGP), TCP/IP, VxLAN, EVPN, Multicast, QoS, and SD-WAN.
• Experience supporting sales personnel with technical demonstrations and pre-sales cycles.
• Familiarity with cloud services and routing functionality in AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of automation tools including REST API, Python, and Ansible.
• Network Industry Certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base pay with eligibility for discretionary bonuses and equity.
• Sales Incentive Plan for eligible roles.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and income protection.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading cloud-delivered networking technologies.