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Spirent is currently looking for an experienced Systems Engineer in the high-speed ethernet and routing protocols to help drive sales in Test and Measurement. This individual will be an integral member of Spirent's regional sales team and work closely with Cisco.

A successful candidate will perform the core Systems Engineering role as an individual contributor - specializing in Pre-Sales activities and acting as the technical expert on Spirent's products and solutions. The ability to understand customer requirements, determine the best solutions and effectively communicate the value proposition of those solutions are critical to the success of this role. All candidates must have a proven networking background and demonstrated capability to rapidly learn and assimilate new networking technologies as our customers require.

This engineer's primary focus will be to drive technical end-to-end solutions to our clients as part of an integrated sales team. Pre-sales activities include solution development, technical presentations, design documentation creation, assisting with technical questions or concerns during the sales process, frequently participating in the project specification process, acting as a liaison between Spirent's sales/business development and engineering groups, and leading key customer proof of concepts in addition to direct customer engagement in support of the sales team's objectives.

About Spirent Communications

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles, and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

Why Spirent?... Because together we can shape tomorrow!

Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry's most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever-changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behavior of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute - with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

Join Spirent and together let's shape tomorrow!

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree with technical focus from an accredited university required or equivalent work experience. A master's degree with a technical focus is a plus.
  • A minimum of 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Strong technical skills in networking, network security, and applications.
  • Strong technical skills and hands-on experience in IP and Ethernet technologies, Data Center Ethernet, 400/100/40/10GigEth, L4-L7 technologies, Cloud Services, Virtualization, OpenFlow & SDN/NFV.
  • Application-level protocol knowledge (HTTP(s), FTP, DNS, TELNET, TCP/IP, Streaming Media).
  • Security device knowledge (Firewall, load balancing, IDS, IPS).
  • Routing protocol knowledge, both IPv4 and IPv6 including RIP, BGP, OSPF, and ISIS.
  • MPLS Protocol knowledge: RSVP-TE, LDP.
  • Previous telecom/networking test equipment experience would be a plus (Spirent TestCenter, Avalanche, Adtech, Ixia, Agilent, Shenick, BreakingPoint Systems).
  • Programming Language experience in Python is a plus.

Personal Skills:
  • Outstanding interpersonal abilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail, plus analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Positive, service-orientated personality.
  • Self-motivated, working independently, and willing to accept challenges.
  • Organized with excellent time management skills.
  • Strong commitment to developing and maintaining long-term customer relationships.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to customer questions.

Annualized Salary Wage Range: $165,847.74 - $211262.80

Spirent applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience at or in line with the minimum requirements. Spirent offers the following benefits to eligible employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Holidays, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Savings Accounts, and Commuter Benefits. Spirent benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning. We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and au...

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July 25, 2023

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