Presales Solutions Architect (Federal) Job at ZipRecruiter, Washington DC

aHFMckZxM1A2U2NmVmV4MkhVcjVVZE40REE9PQ==
  • ZipRecruiter
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Job Title: Presales Solutions Architect (Federal) Reports to: Manager of Presales Engineering Location: Washington D.C./Remote Job Description The Sterling Sales Engineer (SE) will collaborate with Sales Account Managers in a pre-sales technical role, configuring solutions to meet customer needs, showcasing products, setting up demonstrations, and explaining features and value. The SE will be a key partner in the sales cycle, engaging with customers over the phone and on-site to build trust and act as a trusted advisor. They will identify, research, and present industry solutions related to client devices, networking, servers, storage, cloud, and data centers. The SE will develop technical sales strategies for complex organizations, articulating Sterling’s value to customers and industry peers. We seek a high-caliber technical thought leader in AI, ML, HPC, storage, compute, and infrastructure to drive growth and inspire teams. Experience Requirements Minimum of 5 years as a Pre-Sales Engineer, Systems Engineer, or related customer-facing role. A four-year technical degree or military service is not required. The SE should connect technical dots and have a personable, sales-oriented personality to develop relationships with customers, sales teams, and vendors. Understanding tactical and strategic elements of Enterprise IT Consulting as a technical VAR is essential, including solutions from: Core Technical Skills (experience with one or more) Systems: Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, Citrix), OS layers from Microsoft, Red Hat, Unix Storage: SAN, NAS, software-defined storage (vSAN, Dell, HPE, Nutanix, NetApp, Pure Storage, Qumulo, VAST) Network Architecture: SDN, network virtualization (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, Extreme, Ruckus, VMware, HPE/Aruba) AI/ML: Trends, models, large datasets, Python, R, Java, TensorFlow/PyTorch, NVIDIA, Intel, AMD, DataBricks Additional Fundamentals (familiarity) Security: Authentication, authorization, encryption Cloud: Public, private, hybrid clouds; AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, Gov Clouds Cost Optimization: Open-source solutions, demand-based scaling Services: Positioning solutions to customers and sales teams Minimum Role Requirements Productive: Entrepreneurial drive, maximizing productivity, building customer relationships Teamwork: Collaboration with peers, vendors, segments Coaching: Continuous learning from experience Winning: Team success mindset, celebrating wins Development: Evolving knowledge and influence Other: Effective communication, understanding TCO/ROI Primary Responsibilities Articulate features and value of solutions Configure products as specified Ensure RFP responses are technically sound and profitable Build relationships with decision makers Deliver technical presentations Maintain certifications and industry knowledge Provide guidance on future technologies Build vendor relationships Participate in account planning and QBRs Sterling Computers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military status, or other protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr ZipRecruiter

Job Tags

Remote job,

Similar Jobs

Walmart

Fuel Buyer (Sam's Club) Job at Walmart

 ...hard work. Yes, we are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, Inc. But you'll quickly find that we're a company that...  ...responsible for fuel procurement supporting Walmart gas stations, Distribution Centers, and Sam's Club locations nationwide. You will be based in... 

U.S. Bancorp

WM Senior Trust Officer Job at U.S. Bancorp

 ...compliance standards. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience - Eight or more years of experience in Trust administration - Professional Designation is required and may include, but is not limited to: CTFA, CFP, JD, CPA and/or Graduate of... 

Meijer

Engineer, Sr Info Security Job at Meijer

 ...As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family take care of your career and your community... 

Schneider

CDL-A - Dedicated nighttime truck driver - Target Job at Schneider

 ...weekly Home time: Weekly Experience: 3 months or greater CDL experience Overview ~ Haul retail freight with dry van...  ...Minimum 3 months of Class A driving experience. Need CDL training? Explore our company-paid CDL training programs or call us at... 

BAYADA Home Health Care

Substitute School Registered Nurse (RN) Job at BAYADA Home Health Care

 ...your skillset confidence and knowledge.We have multiple substitute school nurse opportunities available throughout Burlington County. If you are a Registered Nurse interested in learning more about RN opportunities at BAYADA, please apply to this posting....