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Provide technical sales support and consultative solution discussions to clients as a senior pre-sales systems engineer. | Over 5 years of networking technology experience, strong technical skills, relevant certifications, ability to travel, and primarily remote work for California-based candidates. | A leading connectivity solutions provider is seeking a Sr Pre-Sales Systems Engineer who will provide technical sales support and consultative solutions based discussions to clients. This role requires strong technical skills, over 5 years of experience with networking technologies, and certification preferences in the field. The position involves travel and is primarily remote for candidates located in California. #J-18808-Ljbffr CommScope
Provide technical sales support and solutions-based consulting to customers and partners, including network design, demos, training, and account management. | Minimum 5 years pre-sales or equivalent experience with routing, switching, and Wi-Fi technologies, relevant networking degree or equivalent experience, and professional networking certifications. | Systems Engineer 5 Req ID: 79952 Location: Virtual, California, United States Job Description: Systems Engineer , CA (Orange County) Territory In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. OurRUCKUSSmart Wi-Fi, ICX switching, IoT, rich AI/ML Analytics software, secure policy user/device onboarding software, and broad portfolio of network management and control all redefine what's possible in wireless connectivity and network performance with flexibility, reliability, and affordability. RUCKUS has an unbeaten track record of working better than anyone else in the industries we serve. Don't just take our word for it. We can prove it. This position is remote, requires 50% or more travel, and the candidate must live in the state of CA within Orange County or be willing to relocate at their own expense. How You'll help us to connect the world: The Systems Engineer provides end-customer focused technical sales support and influencing, technical management of the account, and is the trusted advisor. The Systems Engineer works as a team, along with a Territory Account Manager(s) and/or Partner Account Managersto sell RUCKUS networking solutions through a network of channel partners. The position of Systems Engineer will perform consultative solutions-based discussions to all levels of decision makers and will also provide technical demos, architectural and best practice designs, proof of concept trials, training, and presentations for end-customers, partners, prospects and at events. The successful candidate will be a proficient self-starter, with strong technical skills, in-depth industry knowledge, and excellent communication skills with proven experience as an end-customer facing Systems Engineer. The preferred candidate will also possess working knowledge of the RUCKUS wireless and wired portfolio and related technologies. Responsibilities: • + Pre-sales engineering network design, radio frequency passive and/or active planning, bill of material creation, sales opportunity engagement, and technical training individually or in larger group settings • + Identifying and driving the development of a territory account plan based on awareness of the business economics and trends of the industries, including vertical markets • + Have a working knowledge of RUCKUS Networks wireless, wired and software solutions • + Act as a trusted technical advisor to end-customers and partners with the ability to differentiate and competitively position RUCKUS solutions • + Assist the Territory and/or Partner Account Manager in driving revenue and selling solutions to achieve quota goals Required qualifications for consideration: • + Undergraduate or graduate degree (BS/BA minimum) in Electrical engineering; Networking Engineering; Information Technology; Management Information Systems; Computer Science; or equivalent proven work-related experience • + Minimum 5 years pre-sales or equivalent experience working with route, switch, and Wi-Fi technologies • + A professional or associate level networking industry certification such as Cisco CCIE, CCNA, Juniper JNCIA, Aruba, RUCKUS RCNI or RCWA, CWNA, etc. is preferred • + Strong ability to support and manage the process of troubleshooting complex problems • + Highly effective technical presentation skills • + Strong verbal and written communications skills You will excite us if you have: • + A proficient understanding of pre-sales engineering, technical sales processes, and critical account management • + Ability to communicate both written and oral technical solutions to a variety of audiences that include executive level decision makers • + Advanced understanding of end-customer business drivers and how to map these to a end-customer network environment, including identification of improvement areas in network design • + Working knowledge of networking technical skills; specifically, 802.11 Wi-Fi technology evolution releases (Wi-Fi 5, 6, 7), RF antenna signal propagation behavior, best practices design and assessment, predictive heat map creation, wireless troubleshooting, wireless network optimization, IP routing and switching WAN/LAN design, setup and configuration, Layer 4-7 application services, security authentication methods and products, SASE, SD-WAN, RADIUS, AD, Virtualization environments/deployments, VM installations, (any of VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, GCE, Azure, AWS), secure device/user onboarding solutions, etc. DevOps/REST or other common API programming knowledge a plus • + General knowledge of the following areas of specialization: Cloud services (SaaS); VLAN; security; VoIP; QoS wired/wireless; BYOD/MDM; P2P; mesh; wireless controller architectures; Wi-Fi protocols and transmission, RF design, indoor and outdoor wireless deployments; packet capture/analysis tools; and WLAN security • + Working knowledge of wi-fi design tools such as Ekahau and Hamina, etc. Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $175,000.00 - $260,000.00. The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company's Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options. What Happens After You Apply? Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en\_US \#LI-CB1 \#LI-REMOTE Why CommScope: CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow. If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next.....come connect to your future at CommScope. CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request. You can also learn more about CommScope's accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo Learn more about how we're on a quest to connect the future and build what's next. 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Drive growth in the K–12 education vertical by collaborating with sales teams and partners, advising on funding and purchasing strategies, shaping market strategy, and enabling sales through training and advocacy. | 10+ years in business development or sales focused on education/public sector technology, strong understanding of K–12 funding and networking, proven executive relationship building, quota-carrying sales experience, and ability to lead strategic and technical discussions. | In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. RUCKUS Networks, a CommScope BU, is seeking an experienced, technically capable, and results-driven Business Development Director to drive growth within the K–12 Education vertical across North America and globally. You will collaborate closely with CommScope's field sales organization and partner ecosystem to identify, qualify, track, and help win large-scaleK–12 opportunities. How You’ll help us connect the world: The ideal candidate brings deep understanding of K–12 networking challenges, public funding mechanisms (e.g., E-rate), digital equity initiatives, and security infrastructure needs. You should be highly knowledgeable in CommScope technologies including RUCKUS Wi-Fi, switching, private LTE, and copper and fiber connectivity infrastructure, and comfortable engaging in both consultative and technical sales discussions with school districts, technology leaders, and state-level decision makers. Requirements: • Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to the field sales team and partners, guiding strategic sales pursuits across the K–12 vertical and providing consistent forecasting of revenue and pipeline progress. • Respond to and support requests from CommScope and RUCKUS sales teams and partners engaged in K–12 opportunities, advising on contract vehicles (e.g., E-rate), cooperative purchasing strategies, and program alignment with education funding timelines. • Establish and nurture relationships with ecosystem partners (e.g., safety and classroom tech vendors, integrators, public sector consultants) to develop joint reference architectures that enhance CommScope’s K–12 offerings. • Act as the internal advocate for the K–12 business, working cross-functionally with Marketing, Product Line Management, Engineering, and Finance to define and influence the solutions, programs, and features needed to serve this segment. • Help shape the K–12 market strategy, including vertical value propositions and tailored go-to-market models that align with school IT priorities like cybersecurity, hybrid learning, and student connectivity. • Develop technical enablement plans and build training content for sales and technical teams—internally and externally—to empower confident positioning of CommScope’s K–12 portfolio. • Monitor and influence sales pipeline and revenue within RUCKUS to ensure geographies are delivering expected growth Required Qualifications: • 10+ years of experience in business development or direct sales focused on education, public sector, or technology solutions—ideally with a strong understanding of the K–12 education ecosystem. • Proven ability to build executive relationships with district CIOs, CTOs, superintendents, and state education officials. • Strong understanding of public funding models including E-rate, ESSER, and state/local bond-funded technology modernization initiatives. • Experience as a quota-supporting or quota-carrying sales professional. • Deep strategic thinking and planning ability, with experience developing and executing go-to-market initiatives. • Skilled at navigating matrixed organizations, balancing collaboration with independent leadership. • Capable of leading discussions from C-level strategy to technical architecture. • Exceptional communication skills—both technical and conceptual, internal and external. • Recognized as a thought leader in education or public-sector networking—able to speak at events, participate in webinars, or support advocacy initiatives when needed. Willingness to travel up to 50%, including potential for limited international engagements #LI-RB1 #LI-REMOTE Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $177,400-$300,000.00 The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options. What Happens After You Apply? Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US Why CommScope? CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow. If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope. CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo
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