Network Solutions Architect
Hays
Solutions Engineer (Networking) – Sydney
Location: Sydney, NSW
Experience Level: Mid-level (3–5 years)
About the Role
We are looking for a customer-focused Solutions Engineer with strong expertise in enterprise networking and exposure to storage technologies. In this role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor—designing scalable, secure solutions while partnering closely with sales teams to drive revenue growth and deliver exceptional client outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across cutting-edge networking technologies, engage with enterprise clients, and influence solution strategy end-to-end.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Design & Technical Leadership (Primary Focus: Networking)
- Design end-to-end network architectures (Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, routing/switching, security, data centre networking).
- Develop High-Level & Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD), Bills of Materials (BoMs), and migration strategies.
- Integrate storage technologies where applicable (NAS/SAN, HCI).
- Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.
Customer Engagement & Solution Evangelism
- Lead technical workshops to understand business challenges and align solutions.
- Deliver presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to both technical and executive stakeholders.
- Own RFP/RFI responses with compelling, technically sound proposals.
Market Insight & Innovation
- Stay ahead of industry trends (e.g., AI-driven networking, Zero Trust, cloud networking).
- Incorporate best practices into solution design and customer discussions.
Commercial & Sales Support
- Support sales teams with pricing strategies, licensing models, and risk assessments.
- Differentiate solutions against competitors (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, etc.).
Partner Enablement
- Train and support channel partners on solution positioning and technical differentiation.
About You
Technical Skills & Experience
- 3+ years’ experience designing and deploying enterprise networking solutions:
- TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, SD-WAN
- Security: Firewalls, Zero Trust, NAC
- Hands-on experience with vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, HPE Aruba, Fortinet, or Huawei
- Exposure to cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure VNet, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute)
Storage (Nice to Have)
- Basic understanding of storage technologies (block/file/object storage, SAN/NAS, backup & DR)
- Familiarity with solutions like Dell EMC, NetApp, or Pure Storage
Certifications (Preferred)
- CCNP / CCIE, JNCIP
- AWS or Azure Networking certifications
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills—can translate technical concepts into business value
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
- Collaborative mindset across sales, product, and engineering teams
If you are interested, please apply directly or can email on ***email_hidden***
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