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Senior Presales, Systems Engineer

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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South Africa , Gauteng

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Job Description:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) seeks a passionate Presales Systems Engineer to support South Africa's direct customers. This role involves evangelizing networking solutions, crafting technical proposals, and building relationships with decision-makers, including C-level executives. The position is primarily onsite with regular national and occasional international travel.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage and support a defined set of direct customers
  • evangelize HPE Networking and Aruba solutions to customers at all levels, including executives
  • design and present tailored technical proposals to meet customer needs
  • act as a trusted advisor by translating business challenges into technical solutions
  • collaborate closely with sales teams to drive business growth and close opportunities
  • stay updated on industry trends and HPE solution advancements

Requirements:

  • Deep technical knowledge of networking solutions (Campus, Data Center, Security, Cloud Networking)
  • proven track record of engaging and influencing C-level executives in a sales environment
  • 5+ years of experience in a networking presales role
  • bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, IT, or a related field
  • fluency in English (both written and spoken)
  • strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • open to frequent travel across South Africa and occasional international travel
What we offer:
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge networking technologies
  • dynamic and collaborative work environment
  • career development in a global tech leader
  • health and wellbeing benefits
  • personal and professional development opportunities
  • unconditional inclusion

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 07, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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