Leader, Systems Engineering

About the role

Cisco is looking for a Leader of Solution Engineering in the UAE for SP, based in Dubai. The role sits at the forefront of Cisco's technology vision in the Middle East and calls for a strong leader with exceptional people skills and a proven track record in technical leadership, able to shape architectural strategy across modern technologies so that Cisco's solutions meet the evolving needs of businesses in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing Solution Engineering team, fostering collaboration, growth and technical excellence.
• Define and drive the architecture vision across AI, GenAI, software, SP mobility, data center solutions and other modern technologies to support customers' digital transformation.
• Engage with customers and partners to understand their business challenges and develop scalable solutions using Cisco's portfolio.
• Collaborate with sales, product and engineering teams to align solutions with market needs and strategic goals.
• Drive technical enablement and thought leadership in the Middle East, positioning Cisco as the preferred technology partner.

Required profile

• B.Sc. in Engineering or a related technical field (Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent).
• Proven leadership experience in a similar Solution Engineering or Technical Leadership role, with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Fluency in English and Arabic; French is preferred.
• Preferred: experience in the Telecom Middle East and Africa region, strong public speaking and presentation skills, and knowledge of cloud computing, cybersecurity, networking, AI and automation.

Required skills

• Strong architectural vision and expertise in AI, GenAI, mobility, software and data center solutions.
• Hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade solutions.
• Excellent people and stakeholder management skills.