Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking - State And Higher Ed (vancouver Or Spokane WA) - Remote Eligible

Presales Systems Engineer - HPE Networking

This role has been designated as 'Remote/Teleworker', which means you will primarily work from home.

We are looking for a motivated Presales Systems Engineer to support our growing HPE Networking business, which now includes Aruba and Juniper Networks. This role is designed for an experienced systems engineer ready to take the next step in their career. You will work closely with account teams, partners, and customers to design and position advanced networking solutions that drive digital transformation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Solution expertise: Develop technical proficiency across the combined HPE Networking portfolio—Aruba wired/wireless, ClearPass, Central, Juniper switching, routing, security, and automation.
• Presales engagement: Partner with sales teams to understand customer needs, design solutions, and deliver technical presentations and demos.
• Solution design & validation: Create architectures and proposals aligned with customer objectives; lead proof-of-concept (POC) activities.
• Enablement & growth: Participate in advanced training programs and certifications to deepen expertise in HPE and Juniper technologies.
• Collaboration: Work with internal teams and partners to ensure successful solution positioning and adoption.

Required qualifications include:

• 5+ years in networking infrastructure; prior experience as a networking SE or similar role.
• Roles in networking design, installation, services, and support desired.
• Background and experience in government (state, local, federal), higher-ed, k12, enterprise, or service provider industries.
• Technical skills: Familiarity with network design principles and protocols.
• Soft skills: Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Understanding of SLED and enterprise environments and procurement processes.
• Interest in network automation, AI-driven operations, and cloud-managed networking.

Location: Candidates must reside in the Vancouver or Spokane WA areas and have the ability to travel to customer sites within the assigned territory on a regular basis.