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Company Description

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Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

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At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

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Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

• You will provide advanced post-sales engineering support for Arista's Open Networking Data Center and Campus networking deployments for our enterprise and commercial customers
• Review customer network designs for an EVPN/VxLAN Leaf-Spine architecture and make recommendations for deployment and operational efficiency
• Migrate or interconnect to/from Cisco, Juniper, and other vendors to Arista infrastructure
• Assist with configuration build-outs including creating network provisioning automation using Python and tools such as Ansible
• You will assist with proof of concepts (POC) and in-depth testing to validate design scenarios
• Provide interface between TAC, our internal development teams, and the customer
• You will become a Trusted Advisor to our customers, providing advice regarding architectural questions, product prerequisites, product features, etc.
• Translate complex business requirements into Leaf-Spine Network architectures
• Assist Pre-Sales Engineer and Account Executives with designing Network solutions
• Attend key partner events, training sessions, and provide ongoing training with the customer teams globally
• Understand the client’s business objectives and technical needs
• Meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for sales and clients
• Maintain professional relationships with teammates, partners, and clients
• Some travel may be required within assigned territory

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years' working experience with network technologies including network design and deployments of Campus and Data Center networks.
• 5+ years' minimum experience with Cisco-based technologies focusing on infrastructure and voice
• Experience with Cisco enterprise routing/switching within large data center enterprise customers (Catalyst, Nexus, ASR)
• Expert knowledge in the following areas: Ethernet, VLANs, VxLAN, EVPN, IP outing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, Multicast, QoS, WAN, Network Observability
• Expert level knowledge of industry-standard CLI
• Advanced skills with creating documentation and presentations (Office/GSuite), with the ability to write white papers as a plus
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills

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Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in technical post-sales, as either a Network Consulting Engineer or as an Advanced Systems (AS) Engineer preferred
• Ability to communicate across all functions within Arista, as well as with clients and partners.
• Background in Perl, Python, Scripting for creating network automation is desired
• Knowledge of leaf-spine architectures is highly desired
• Network Industry Certification preferred, such as ACE-L4, ACE-L6, ACE-L7, and others.
• *** Local/Regional candidates only

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Challenges You Will Solve

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We are looking for a forward-thinking, coachable, and highly-motivated individual to join our sales team as a Senior Mid-Market Account Executive, supporting customers within an assigned geographic territory. You will be responsible for identifying customers, building relationships and guiding them through Red Canary’s solutions from introductory conversations all the way to contract execution. Through your persistence, determination, and creativity, you will help accomplish Red Canary’s mission to make security better for businesses of all sizes.

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The Red Canary sales team helps our future customers understand how we can make their security better. We work very closely with customers, so it is critical to lay strong foundations for relationships that last for many years. Our sales team discovers opportunities and works from start to finish to ensure customers make outcome-focused decisions to fill their cyber security needs. We are growing exponentially and you can expect tremendous earning potential.

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Candidates must be located within territory: NC, SC, GA, TN

• Take ownership of results as part of a hard-working team, by consistently meeting or exceeding territory sales goals
• Act as the territory/assignment leader, be responsible for the goal, and quarterback the team while working more complex deals
• Understand customers’ business and technical challenges to determine if Red Canary is a good fit
• Show dedication to building territory pipeline through prospecting into target companies and cultivating relationships with potential customers
• Provide support to customers during the sales process, ensuring questions are answered and alignment is built between business challenges and solutions
• Comfortable with open, direct and respectful collaboration throughout the Red Canary organization, with sales partners and future customers
• Remain engaged in the customer’s journey beyond the close of the sale, ensuring a smooth transition for customers to the Customer Success team
• Analyze territory/assignment and leverage cross functional teams to ensure success
• Partner with customer success for expansion opportunities

Required Qualifications

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• Located within territory: NC, SC, GA, TN
• 7+ years of deal closing experience required in tech/SaaS/security, with F2F selling experience
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills both remote and F2F
• Solid track record of hitting targets/goals
• Exceptional presentation/communication skills at the executive level
• Consistent track record of successful selling in a highly competitive environment
• Experience selling into the Fortune 500 and other enterprise customers
• Expert on deal mechanics, funnel and conversion, comfortable with delivering direction and coaching to the rest of the team
• Ability to navigate very complex sales cycles
• Highly organized, project oriented with strategic account management experience

Base salary for this role is $120,000 - $140,000 per year, plus commission for total estimated on-target earnings of $240,000 - $280,000. This role is eligible for a grant of stock options, subject to the approval of the company's board of directors. Application deadline is February 14, 2025.

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

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At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

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Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

• Collaborate with Arista Account Managers to gain an in-depth understanding of our enterprise and commercial clients and conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews to identify areas for improvement in network performance and efficiency
• Conduct Arista product presentations of Arista's Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including Wi-Fi) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security, and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions
• Utilize your expertise in network design and implementation, including leaf and spine architectures involving overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN, to create consistent and highly scalable Arista Data Center and Campus network solutions that improve network performance and efficiency for our enterprise and commercial clients in the region
• Conduct thorough hands-on testing of customer proof-of-concept setups, Data Center and/or Campus network designs, and network deployments using the latest Arista products and features. This testing will ensure the successful deployment and performance of Arista network solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients and prospects in the region
• Offer design guidelines and provide recommendations to our clients and prospects in the region to enhance the performance and efficiency of the networks they support. These recommendations will balance specific customer needs with proven Arista Validated Designs to meet the specific needs of our clients and designed to optimize their network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the sales team to respond to RFP/RFQs and provide valuable customer feedback to Product Management and Engineering.
• Through your expertise and insights, you will help to ensure that Arista network solutions meet the needs of our clients and prospects in the region. As a member of the Arista Sales Engineering team, you will help drive features, functions, and product development through your feedback and help shape the future of our network solutions.
• Serve as a representative of Arista at SDN and other Open Networking industry events and conferences. Through your expertise and thought leadership, you will help to build awareness and promote Arista's innovative network solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in networking technology, including competitive solutions, products, and services
• Author and collaborate on informative white papers on Arista technology and products that showcase your expertise in network design and implementation and help solve real world customer challenges.

Required Qualifications

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• Minimum of 5 years of experience in L2/L3 networking design and implementation with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and Wi-Fi solutions.
• Expert-level experience with routing and switching, including L2/L3 protocols, as well as overlay technologies such as VxLAN.
• Current hands-on experience in designing highly scalable leaf-spine network architectures.
• Good understanding of the competitor technology landscape, specifically Cisco and Juniper.
• Expert-level knowledge of the industry-standard Command Line Interface (CLI).

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Preferred Qualifications

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• Network Industry Certification preferred, such as ACE-L4, ACE-L6, ACE-L7, and others.
• Proven work experience as a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE, or Network Consulting Engineer is preferred.
• Expert knowledge in Ethernet, RSTP/MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, VxLAN, Multicast, Spanning Tree, and QoS.
• Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible is highly desired.
• Strong writing skills and ability to create informative white papers on technology and products is highly desired.

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Compensation Information:

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The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $131,000 to $184,000. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.