Solutions Architect - Service Provider (Req#1318)

Role: Solutions Architect specializing in telecommunications networking for service provider clients, focusing on high-end routing and optical transport solutions. Responsibilities: serve as a trusted technical advisor, develop network designs, create BOMs, draft SOWs, deliver customer presentations, and support pre-sales activities, including OEM/platform selection and technical proposal development. Collaboration involves working closely with account executives, professional services, and OEM technical teams, with up to 50% travel. Requirements: 5+ years in telecom engineering, deep expertise in high-end routing platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, Ciena), strong knowledge of optical networking (DWDM, OTN, ROADMs), and protocol familiarity (BGP, MPLS, EVPN, IS-IS, OSPF). Certifications preferred; bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. High-value specifics: service provider focus, emphasis on MPLS and optical architectures, pre-sales strategic engagement, and design of large-scale networks. Remote position, with a preference for candidates in the Midwest (Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota).