Lead technical architect for pre-sales AI/ML networking solutions at HPE, engaging with customers on complex networking. Architecting end-to-end solutions and mentoring junior teams in a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
Act as primary technical architect early in complex sales cycles, translating business needs into scalable technical solutions
Architect end-to-end networking infrastructure solutions with strong expertise in data center, AI networking, hyperscale environments, and WAN technologies
Lead solution design and customization, orchestrating input from specialists, systems engineers, and product teams
Deliver compelling demos, proof-of-concepts, and technical presentations articulating HPE Networking’s value
Engage with hyperscalers, large enterprises, service providers, and technology partners for co-designing solutions
Influence technical strategy throughout deal validation, solutioning, and initial execution
Develop best practices, enablement collateral, and architecture playbooks
Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior technologists and sales engineering teams
Navigate complex technology transitions, maintaining thought leadership in networking innovations and industry trends
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required, advanced degree preferred
20+ years of technical experience in network infrastructure Architecture, design and solution consulting
20+ years of industry experience applying technical expertise with JunOS, EOS, IOS and hyperscale network architecture frameworks
JNCIE or equivalent certification
Experience presenting and driving technology thought leadership at industry events, and driving standards initiatives
Deep hands-on expertise with hyperscale routing, MPLS traffic engineering, switching, SDN overlays (EVPN/VXLAN, MP-BGP), Network Fabrics and DCI solutions
SME in Virtualization technologies on x86 and scaling using DPDK, SR-IOV, SmartNICs etc.
Proven success in complex pre-sales roles, building relationships with senior technical and C-Level stakeholders
Experience with programming/scripting (Python, APIs, JSON) for solution integration and automation
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing: comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development: investment in career development with programs for diverse goals
Unconditional Inclusion: celebrating individual uniqueness and valued varied backgrounds
Job title
Senior Distinguished Technologist – Pre-Sales AI, Data Center Networking
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