We are seeking a
Senior Systems Engineer
to support enterprise networking solution sales across the ANZ region. This role is a key technical contributor within the sales process, helping design, present, and validate networking architectures that align with customer requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‐on experience across wired, wireless, and cloud‐managed networks, combined with excellent communication and customer engagement skills.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with sales teams, partners, and internal stakeholders to support regional revenue goals.
Deliver technical presentations and demonstrations that clearly articulate solution benefits and design principles.
Lead discovery sessions, solution design, and technical validation for:
Wireless LAN technologies
Campus and edge switching
SD-WAN solutions
Cloud-managed networking platforms and related SaaS applications
Network access control and analytics platforms
Participate in technical assessments, Demos, proof-of-concept deployments, and architectural workshops.
Troubleshoot complex customer environments and provide technical input during escalations.
Utilize protocol knowledge and traffic analysis to resolve issues and optimize network designs.
Leverage basic scripting (e.g., Python, Shell, or similar) to support automation or testing tasks.
Act as a liaison between customers and product/engineering teams to communicate feedback and ensure solution alignment.
Position Overview
We are seeking a
Senior Systems Engineer
to support enterprise networking solution sales across the ANZ region. This role is a key technical contributor within the sales process, helping design, present, and validate networking architectures that align with customer requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‐on experience across wired, wireless, and cloud‐managed networks, combined with excellent communication and customer engagement skills.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with sales teams, partners,



and internal stakeholders to support regional revenue goals.
Deliver technical presentations and demonstrations that clearly articulate solution benefits and design principles.
Lead discovery sessions, solution design, and technical validation for:
Wireless LAN technologies
Campus and edge switching
SD-WAN solutions
Data center network fabrics
Cloud-managed networking platforms and related SaaS applications
Network access control and analytics platforms
Participate in technical assessments, Demos, proof-of-concept deployments, and architectural workshops.
Troubleshoot complex customer environments and provide technical input during escalations.
Utilize protocol knowledge and traffic analysis to resolve issues and optimize network designs.
Leverage basic scripting (e.g., Python, Shell, or similar) to support automation or testing tasks.
Act as a liaison between customers and product/engineering teams to communicate feedback and ensure solution alignment.
Technical Skills & Experience
5–10 years' experience in pre‐sales engineering, solution architecture, or technical consulting in the networking industry.
In‐depth knowledge of network protocols and technologies, including:
MLAG, LACP, IGMP, PIM
OSPF, IS‐IS, BGP, MPLS, VRRP, SPBM, VXLAN
Authentication mechanisms and access policies (e.g., *****X, RADIUS)
Hands‐on experience with network simulation, testing tools, and packet capture analysis.
Familiarity with major networking platforms and open networking concepts across wired, wireless, SD‐WAN, and network management.




Understanding of cloud‐managed networking platforms and integration with security and automation workflows.
Familiarity with
network automation tools
(e.g., Ansible, Python scripting) is an advantage for modern infrastructure environments.
Education & Certifications
Certifications that demonstrate expertise in
networking, wireless technologies, access control, cloud, and AI
are strongly preferred, including a mix of
vendor-neutral
and
industry‐recognized vendor certifications
, such as:
Vendor-Neutral Certifications
:
Cloud & AI Certifications
:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
or
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
– for cloud infrastructure design
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Network Engineer
– for cloud networking expertise
Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals
or
AWS Certified Machine Learning –
Specialty
– for foundational AI/ML knowledge relevant to networking automation and analytics
Vendor-Specific Certifications
(preferred, but not required):
Extreme Networks – Certified Specialist/Professional
(or equivalent) – for cloud‐managed networking and access control or or equivalent industry certifications
Soft Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non‐technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Customer‐oriented mindset with robust problem‐solving skills.
Collaborative approach when working with internal teams and external partners.
What You'll Gain
Opportunity to work with a variety of modern networking technologies across diverse customer environments.
Flexible working model with regional travel as needed.
Supportive team environment focused on continuous learning and collaboration.
Exposure to enterprise, education, government, and service provider use cases in the ANZ market.
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📌 Senior Systems Engineer –Brisbane Area (Queensland)
🏢 Extreme Networks
📍 Queensland