Senior Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking in United States.

This role is a senior technical presales position focused on designing and enabling advanced networking and security solutions for complex enterprise and federal environments. You will act as a trusted technical advisor, bridging the gap between customer challenges and scalable architecture strategies across hybrid, cloud, and on-prem infrastructures. The position requires deep expertise in networking, Zero Trust security, and automation to support highly technical customer engagements. You will lead workshops, proof-of-concepts, and architecture sessions that shape critical infrastructure decisions. Working closely with sales teams and partners, you will influence strategic opportunities and help drive modernization initiatives. The role also involves executive-level communication, translating complex architectures into clear business value. This is a highly visible, customer-facing position suited for a seasoned technical leader with strong presales impact.

• Serve as the senior technical advisor for enterprise and federal customer engagements, guiding architecture strategy and solution design.
• Design and deliver secure, scalable networking and security architectures across hybrid, cloud, and on-prem environments.
• Lead technical workshops, proof-of-concepts, demos, and architecture validation sessions with customers and stakeholders.
• Support complex networking solutions including EVPN/VXLAN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, SDN, and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Design and validate Zero Trust security frameworks including microsegmentation, NAC, VPNs, and identity-based access controls.
• Develop and implement automation workflows using tools such as Python, Ansible, Terraform, GitLab, and related DevOps frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with sales and partner teams to shape technical strategy and drive complex opportunities forward.
• Deliver executive-level presentations and translate technical concepts into business-aligned outcomes.
• Provide feedback to engineering and product teams based on customer needs and field insights.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal technical enablement and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience in systems engineering, network architecture, cybersecurity engineering, or related technical leadership roles.
• Strong expertise in enterprise networking technologies such as routing, switching, SDN, EVPN/VXLAN, MPLS, and SD-WAN.
• Deep knowledge of security architectures including Zero Trust, NAC, VPNs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and segmentation strategies.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and hybrid networking architectures.
• Strong automation skills using Python, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab, or similar tools.
• Proven success in customer-facing presales or consulting engineering roles in enterprise, service provider, or regulated environments.
• Ability to lead technical discussions with both engineering teams and executive stakeholders.
• Strong communication, presentation, and storytelling skills for complex technical solutions.
• Experience running workshops, technical engagements, and solution demonstrations.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required; advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.
• Experience with federal or DoD environments and Zero Trust transformation initiatives is highly preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based variable pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible remote/telework work environment.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Strong focus on professional development, certifications, and continuous learning.
• Inclusive culture supporting diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact enterprise and federal transformation programs.
• Career growth within a global technology and networking organization.