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Sales Engineer

Location: Honolulu, HI (Hybrid/Flexible)

Job Type: Long-Term Contract (Part-Time to Full-Time Potential)

Industry: Telecommunications / Technology Solutions

Overview

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Sales Engineer to support a leading technology and telecommunications organization focused on expanding next-generation network services and connectivity solutions. This individual will serve as a trusted technical advisor during the pre-sales process, partnering with customers, sales teams, and technical delivery teams to design and recommend technology solutions that address business requirements and drive successful outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong networking and cloud architecture expertise with excellent customer-facing and communication skills.

Key ResponsibilitiesSolution Design & Architecture

• Partner with customers to understand business objectives, technical requirements, and operational challenges.
• Design scalable network and technology solutions aligned with customer needs and existing infrastructure.
• Create solution architectures that incorporate networking, security, cloud, and enterprise technology components.
• Translate customer requirements into technical recommendations and implementation strategies.
• Present technical solutions and architecture recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders.

Sales Support

• Serve as the primary technical resource supporting the sales organization throughout the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with account teams to identify opportunities and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Assist in the development of proposals, scopes of work, technical documentation, and solution diagrams.
• Deliver solution presentations, product demonstrations, and technical workshops.
• Clearly communicate technical value propositions to customers and stakeholders.

Customer Needs Assessment

• Conduct discovery sessions and technical assessments to understand customer environments and challenges.
• Evaluate existing infrastructure and recommend modernization strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions that address specific customer requirements.
• Provide consultation regarding networking, connectivity, cloud, security, and infrastructure initiatives.

Technical Leadership

• Maintain expertise across networking, cloud, security, and infrastructure technologies.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Educate sales teams on technical capabilities, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Provide architectural guidance and strategic recommendations.

Project Coordination

• Partner with project managers and implementation teams to ensure successful delivery of designed solutions.
• Support the transition from pre-sales to implementation.
• Assist with technical issue resolution and customer escalations.
• Provide ongoing post-sales technical support and consultation.

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Required QualificationsExperience

• 12+ years of experience in a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Sales Architect, Network Architect, or similar customer-facing technical role.
• Experience supporting enterprise customers through the pre-sales lifecycle.
• Proven ability to design, present, and position complex technology solutions.
• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and delivery teams.

Technical Skills

• Strong background in enterprise networking, infrastructure, and solution architecture.
• Experience with technologies including:
  • Cisco
  • Palo Alto
  • Arista
  • Fortinet
  • EMC
  • Enterprise infrastructure platforms
• Hands-on knowledge of cloud technologies, including:
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Strong understanding of:
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Routing & switching
  • Network security
  • Performance optimization
• Familiarity with system design, enterprise architecture, and cloud migration initiatives.

Preferred Certifications

• CCIE, CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent networking certification.
• AWS, Azure, or GCP certifications.
• Sales engineering or solutions architecture certifications preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

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Preferred Skills

• Strategic thinking and consultative problem-solving.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills.
• Executive-level presentation experience.
• Project coordination and stakeholder management experience.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Experience working with large enterprise customers.

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Work Environment

• Initial commitment of approximately 20 hours per week with the potential to increase to 40 hours per week based on project and customer demand.
• Flexible scheduling available.
• Hours may not initially align with a traditional business-day schedule.
• Hybrid work environment with customer-facing responsibilities as needed.

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What Success Looks Like

• Successfully designing and positioning solutions that meet customer business and technical objectives.
• Supporting customer adoption of advanced network and technology services.
• Driving alignment between sales, engineering, and delivery teams.
• Building trusted advisor relationships with customers.
• Contributing to customer satisfaction, solution adoption, and business growth.

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Why TEKsystems?

TEKsystems partners with leading organizations to deliver transformative technology solutions and connect top talent with meaningful opportunities.

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to enterprise-scale technologies and projects
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Flexible work arrangements

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Honolulu, HI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.