Consulting Sales Engineer
Ericsson, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
This Senior Sales Engineer role is remote and located in Illinois. Relocation is not offered for this position. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position, including H-1B, O-1, TN, and does not hire F-1 students working on EAD for this position. Grow with us! What you will do
Support sales executives with solution selling into Enterprise and Public Sector account base Travel within the territory is required as necessary to support company-based engagements Objective #1 is to exceed our sales targets Partner with sales executives to plan, prepare and execute on strategic deals in complex sales cycles Aid in modeling a financial business case associated with sales opportunities Successfully match customer pain/requirements to proposed solutions Create and deliver presentations and demos which clearly communicate a unique value proposition Manage all technical aspects of RFP / RFI responses Promote, conduct and manage Proof of Concept trials in the field, managing to their success criteria Provide customers and prospects with hands-on configuration assistance and training Effectively communicate client needs to the R&D teams for future product enhancements Work at tradeshows as necessary Collect and document competitive intelligence The skills you bring
Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of demonstrated solution sales experience Appropriate industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CPCNA, CCSK, CCSP, CCSE, GCFW, PCNSE, JNCIS-SEC/JNCIP-ENT, GCIH, etc.) Advanced level network technology certifications (e.g., CPCNE, CCNP, CCIE, CCSP, JNCIE, etc.) Knowledge of certificates, key management systems, HSM, and related protocols Experience with cybersecurity and networking solutions/technologies including SWG, CASB, ZTNA/VPN, NGFW, IAM, DLP, Data security, and writing regex expressions Experience working with Cloud Identity Providers, SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and SD-WAN Experience working with public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, and GCP) Experience with scripting languages such as Python, and REST API framework Experience in a complex sales environment Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with senior executives Ability to explain and present complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in networking and/or information security technologies Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent presentation and creativity skills Confident self-starter with integrity and accountability; a track record of consistent achievement Strong aptitude for business strategy and excellent collaboration skills Decisive problem-solving ability and capability to assess people and situations with accuracy Ability to deliver a clear and compelling value proposition to customers/partners Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up, team-oriented environment Demonstrated leadership behaviors Must currently reside in the respective region Application Deadline: March 2, 2026. Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you’ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what’s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You’ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You’ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next. What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com. Disclaimer:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned. Primary country and city:
United States (US) || Illinois Remote Job details:
Domain Sales Manager Compensation and Benefits
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals. Your Pay The salary range for this position is dependent on location and the candidate’s combination of knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Illinois: $149,500 - $196,350 Variable Compensation Plan
(select if SIP): This role includes the opportunity for sales commissions as part of the Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Variable Compensation Plan. Actual payouts are based on performance against sales targets and the individual incentive target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules may apply. Your Health Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits. Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Paid time off is pro-rated based on start date. Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay. Additional Benefits Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.
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This Senior Sales Engineer role is remote and located in Illinois. Relocation is not offered for this position. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position, including H-1B, O-1, TN, and does not hire F-1 students working on EAD for this position. Grow with us! What you will do
Support sales executives with solution selling into Enterprise and Public Sector account base Travel within the territory is required as necessary to support company-based engagements Objective #1 is to exceed our sales targets Partner with sales executives to plan, prepare and execute on strategic deals in complex sales cycles Aid in modeling a financial business case associated with sales opportunities Successfully match customer pain/requirements to proposed solutions Create and deliver presentations and demos which clearly communicate a unique value proposition Manage all technical aspects of RFP / RFI responses Promote, conduct and manage Proof of Concept trials in the field, managing to their success criteria Provide customers and prospects with hands-on configuration assistance and training Effectively communicate client needs to the R&D teams for future product enhancements Work at tradeshows as necessary Collect and document competitive intelligence The skills you bring
Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of demonstrated solution sales experience Appropriate industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CPCNA, CCSK, CCSP, CCSE, GCFW, PCNSE, JNCIS-SEC/JNCIP-ENT, GCIH, etc.) Advanced level network technology certifications (e.g., CPCNE, CCNP, CCIE, CCSP, JNCIE, etc.) Knowledge of certificates, key management systems, HSM, and related protocols Experience with cybersecurity and networking solutions/technologies including SWG, CASB, ZTNA/VPN, NGFW, IAM, DLP, Data security, and writing regex expressions Experience working with Cloud Identity Providers, SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and SD-WAN Experience working with public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, and GCP) Experience with scripting languages such as Python, and REST API framework Experience in a complex sales environment Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with senior executives Ability to explain and present complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in networking and/or information security technologies Excellent written and verbal communication skills; excellent presentation and creativity skills Confident self-starter with integrity and accountability; a track record of consistent achievement Strong aptitude for business strategy and excellent collaboration skills Decisive problem-solving ability and capability to assess people and situations with accuracy Ability to deliver a clear and compelling value proposition to customers/partners Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up, team-oriented environment Demonstrated leadership behaviors Must currently reside in the respective region Application Deadline: March 2, 2026. Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you’ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what’s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You’ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You’ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next. What happens once you apply?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com. Disclaimer:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned. Primary country and city:
United States (US) || Illinois Remote Job details:
Domain Sales Manager Compensation and Benefits
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals. Your Pay The salary range for this position is dependent on location and the candidate’s combination of knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Illinois: $149,500 - $196,350 Variable Compensation Plan
(select if SIP): This role includes the opportunity for sales commissions as part of the Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Variable Compensation Plan. Actual payouts are based on performance against sales targets and the individual incentive target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules may apply. Your Health Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits. Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Paid time off is pro-rated based on start date. Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay. Additional Benefits Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.
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