Systems Sales Engineering Manager
Core
Lead a team of Systems Sales Engineers while acting as a hands-on technical expert to qualify opportunities, execute POCs, and drive revenue growth for Forward's network digital twin platform.
Role type
Senior Systems Sales Engineering Manager (Hybrid Leadership & Technical Practice)
Builds
Network digital twin platform enabling autonomous networking across multi-cloud environments
Domain
Networking, Cloud, and Security
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | client delivery
Required skills
Team leadership, revenue strategy execution, POC execution, technical solution design, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision making, enterprise sales strategy
Preferred skills
Vendor certifications (CCNP, CCIE, AWS CSA), experience with government agencies, program strategy ownership
Technologies
Network protocols, cloud environments, operational tools
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a high-performing team of Systems Sales Engineers; Qualify and scope opportunities directly alongside sales teams; Lead and execute POCs for key prospects; Partner with Product and Engineering to align sales strategies; Provide technical guidance and presentations to prospective clients
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
