Principal Next Gen Network Solutions Architect - West (REMOTE)
Principal Solutions Architect – Network, SDN & Cloud Connectivity
National Solutions Provider | High-Impact Pre-Sales Role | Leadership Growth Path | West Region
A top-ranked, National Technology Solutions Provider is seeking a Principal or Senior Solutions Architect to lead pre-sales architecture efforts focused on Next-Gen Networking, SDN, and Network Cloud solutions.
This client-facing role will support strategic Commercial and Enterprise accounts across the Western U.S. Region, delivering innovative designs around network modernization, secure connectivity, and hybrid network-cloud integration.
- We’re looking for a senior technologist with deep technical expertise, strong pre-sales presence, and the ability to engage key stakeholders across business and IT.
- **REMOTE ROLE - Limited Travel to engage with clients as needed.
- Why You’ll Want This Role
- Leadership Track: Clear growth path into Practice Management or Architectural Strategy
- Strategic Clients: Drive infrastructure modernization at Fortune 1000 and high-growth regional organizations
- Comp Package: Competitive base + strong bonus potential, full benefits, 401(k) match, paid certs & generous PTO
- Culture: Entrepreneurial, high-performance team with strong support and a collaborative mindset
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading solution design for Enterprise Network, SDN (Software Defined Networking), SASE, and Cloud-Based Networking architectures
- Engaging in whiteboarding, deep-dive sessions, and executive briefings to align technical strategy with business needs
- Creating and presenting ROI / TCO models, solution roadmaps, and client-facing deliverables
- Collaborating with OEMs and channel partners on joint go-to-market efforts and regional opportunities
- Producing detailed technical documentation: BOMs, SOWs, solution overviews, and implementation plans
- Staying current with evolving trends in network automation, zero trust, multicloud networking, and edge infrastructure
- Supporting client events, workshops, and marketing efforts as a technical evangelist
- What You Bring
- 8+ years in a pre-sales architecture or consulting role focused on Enterprise Networking, SDN, or Network Cloud
- Experience with modern networking technologies such as:
- SD-WAN, SASE, Cloud On-Ramp, ACI, DNA Center, Meraki, Aruba, Prisma, etc.
- Cloud Networking with AWS, Azure, or GCP (Transit Gateway, VNet, VPC, Direct Connect, etc.)
- Strong presentation and whiteboarding skills with a client-first approach
- Certifications highly preferred: CCIE, CCNP, CCDE, NSE, PCNSE, AWS Network Specialty, etc.
- Passion for modern networking and the future of distributed infrastructure
- Benefits & Perks
- Competitive base + performance-based bonus
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
- Paid certifications, training programs & continuous career development support
If you're a strategic-minded pre-sales architect with a passion for modern networking and want to make an impact across the Western Region enterprise landscape — let’s connect.
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