Senior Network Solutions Architect (Pre-Sales)

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This is a strong opportunity for a Cisco-focused Pre-Sales Architect to join a well-established, engineering-led organisation with a long-standing reputation in enterprise networking.

The business has built its success on deep Cisco expertise, operating at a high level within the partner ecosystem for decades, with a strong focus on on-premise enterprise and campus network solutions.

You’ll be working in a strategic pre-sales role, owning the technical solution from initial customer engagement through to HLD, BOM creation, and proposal delivery, while collaborating closely with sales and delivery teams.

There is also a forward-looking element to the role, with increasing focus on product development, AI in data centre environments, and next-generation architectures such as Hyperfabric and Cisco ACI.

If you’re a Cisco specialist who wants to stay technically credible while operating in a customer-facing, solution-led role, this is a clean fit.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical pre-sales process for enterprise networking opportunities.
  • Design and present Cisco-based networking and security solutions.
  • Produce High Level Designs (HLDs) and architecture documentation.
  • Build detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) using tools such as Cisco CCW.
  • Deliver technical presentations and act as a trusted advisor to customers.
  • Work closely with sales teams on solution positioning and account strategy.
  • Engage with internal delivery teams to ensure solution viability.
  • Stay aligned with evolving technologies including AI-driven infrastructure and modern data

Technical Environment

  • Cisco Campus Networks (Switching, Wireless, Security)
  • Emerging: Cisco ACI, Hyperfabric, AI in DC

Skills / Must Have

  • Strong experience in a Pre-Sales / Solutions Architect role.
  • Background within a Cisco partner environment.
  • Deep knowledge of enterprise and campus networking.
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Switching & Wireless
  • Experience producing HLDs and BOMs (CCW experience beneficial).
  • Strong presentation and customer-facing skills.

Nice to Have

  • CCNP or CCIE level certifications.
  • Exposure to Fortinet solutions.
  • Experience with Cisco ACI or data centre networking.
  • Interest in emerging technologies such as AI in infrastructure environments.

Location & Working Pattern

  • UK-based (ideally South of England)
  • Work within a highly respected Cisco-focused environment.
  • Strong customer retention and long-term project work.
  • Opportunity to contribute to future product and solution development.
  • Stable organisation with excellent employee longevity.

Employer

A leading UK-based managed services provider delivering connectivity, cloud, and network solutions to enterprise and public sector organisations, with a strong heritage in Cisco-led networking and long-term customer partnerships.

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Posted: May 6th, 2026