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Arista Networks hires Sales professionals to bring its cloud networking and data center solutions to enterprise customers, and the company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas across this function. If you're an international candidate targeting a Sales role here, sponsorship is a realistic path.
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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.
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.
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.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With
When you join Arista as part of the Sales Engineering team, you're not just stepping into a role; you're becoming part of a team of industry experts and technical leaders. Typically reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you'll be working alongside some of the most skilled field engineers in the industry. Our team prides itself on not just understanding the technology but also the business impact and aligning our solutions with the larger goals of our clients. In collaboration with our Product Management and Software Development teams, you will play a pivotal role in steering product developments, offerings, and strategic direction to best serve our customers and prospects. Supported by the expertise of our world class Arista TAC, cutting-edge proof-of-concept resources, and support of the executive team, you are well-positioned to lead and innovate within the industry.
We are experiencing tremendous growth and have an immediate need for a creative, collaborative, self-motivated Pre-Sales Network Systems Engineer to partner with our Account teams to provide pre-sales technical systems engineering support for our enterprise customers in the St Louis area.
The Systems Engineer is a critical component of the Arista Sales team with the key responsibility of acting as a trusted advisor for our customers to gather requirements and identify opportunities with existing and new customers.
- Collaborate with Arista Account Managers to gain an in-depth business and technological understanding of our enterprise clients and conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews to identify areas for improvement in network performance and efficiency
- You will conduct Arista product presentations of Arista’s Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including WIFI) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions.
- You will OWN the pre-sales and post-sales technical relationship with the assigned customers and channel partners
- Build and maintain a deep, sound knowledge of all Arista technologies, in order to support and help in the enablement of channel partner engineers and customers’ engineers and architects
- Execute technical Quarterly Business Reviews with customer base
- Support onsite requirements at the customer site
- Facilitate technical training on Arista’s products, differentiators, solutions, and demos
- You will architect, design and propose Arista Data Center & Campus network solutions using leaf-spine architectures (VxLAN, EVPN) and network overlays to capture additional sales.
- Perform hands-on testing to validate customer proof-of-concept setups, Data Center and/or Campus network designs, and network deployments using new products and features.
- Put together design guidelines and recommend improvements to customers for the networks they support
- Partner with Sales Team to respond to RFP/RFQs
- Author feature requests, business justifications, and provide feedback to the Product Management, Hardware Development and Software Development organizations
- Represent Arista at industry events and conferences, including potential speaking roles.
- Present technical content to worldwide organizations both virtually and in-person
- Create technical marketing materials for the global Arista organization
- Author white papers on technology and product
- Travel expectations is approximately 15-30%
Qualifications
- BS/CS/CE Business or Technical degree required; MBA/MS degree a strong plus
- Network Industry Certification preferred (e.g. CCIE (R&S), JNCIE, ACE-5,6,7)
- You possess a minimum of 5+ years of L2/L3 networking design and implementation experience with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and WIFI solutions
- Strong presentation and selling skills including communication of complex technical material
- Solid understanding and knowledge of how to build successful relationships between an equipment manufacturer and a customer base of executives, architects, engineers and operations teams
- Good interpersonal skills, customer relations skills, and problem management skills, with the ability to stay calm and professional under pressure while working to strict deadlines
- Experience creating technical material (slides, white papers, battle cards, solution guides, etc)
- You possess recent experience in leaf-spine architecture design.
- Demonstrated work experience as either a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE or Network Consulting Engineer preferred
- Expert knowledge in the following areas: Ethernet, RSTP/ MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, VxLAN, EVPN, Multicast, Spanning Tree, QoS
- Expert level knowledge of industry-standard CLI
- Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible HIGHLY desired.
- Strong writing skills and ability to create informative white papers on technology and products is highly desired
LI-TC1
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.
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.
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.
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.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With
When you join Arista as part of the Sales Engineering team, you're not just stepping into a role; you're becoming part of a team of industry experts and technical leaders. Typically reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you'll be working alongside some of the most skilled field engineers in the industry. Our team prides itself on not just understanding the technology but also the business impact and aligning our solutions with the larger goals of our clients. In collaboration with our Product Management and Software Development teams, you will play a pivotal role in steering product developments, offerings, and strategic direction to best serve our customers and prospects. Supported by the expertise of our world class Arista TAC, cutting-edge proof-of-concept resources, and support of the executive team, you are well-positioned to lead and innovate within the industry.
We are experiencing tremendous growth and have an immediate need for a creative, collaborative, self-motivated Pre-Sales Network Systems Engineer to partner with our Account teams to provide pre-sales technical systems engineering support for our enterprise customers in the St Louis area.
The Systems Engineer is a critical component of the Arista Sales team with the key responsibility of acting as a trusted advisor for our customers to gather requirements and identify opportunities with existing and new customers.
- Collaborate with Arista Account Managers to gain an in-depth business and technological understanding of our enterprise clients and conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews to identify areas for improvement in network performance and efficiency
- You will conduct Arista product presentations of Arista’s Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including WIFI) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions.
- You will OWN the pre-sales and post-sales technical relationship with the assigned customers and channel partners
- Build and maintain a deep, sound knowledge of all Arista technologies, in order to support and help in the enablement of channel partner engineers and customers’ engineers and architects
- Execute technical Quarterly Business Reviews with customer base
- Support onsite requirements at the customer site
- Facilitate technical training on Arista’s products, differentiators, solutions, and demos
- You will architect, design and propose Arista Data Center & Campus network solutions using leaf-spine architectures (VxLAN, EVPN) and network overlays to capture additional sales.
- Perform hands-on testing to validate customer proof-of-concept setups, Data Center and/or Campus network designs, and network deployments using new products and features.
- Put together design guidelines and recommend improvements to customers for the networks they support
- Partner with Sales Team to respond to RFP/RFQs
- Author feature requests, business justifications, and provide feedback to the Product Management, Hardware Development and Software Development organizations
- Represent Arista at industry events and conferences, including potential speaking roles.
- Present technical content to worldwide organizations both virtually and in-person
- Create technical marketing materials for the global Arista organization
- Author white papers on technology and product
- Travel expectations is approximately 15-30%
Qualifications
- BS/CS/CE Business or Technical degree required; MBA/MS degree a strong plus
- Network Industry Certification preferred (e.g. CCIE (R&S), JNCIE, ACE-5,6,7)
- You possess a minimum of 5+ years of L2/L3 networking design and implementation experience with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and WIFI solutions
- Strong presentation and selling skills including communication of complex technical material
- Solid understanding and knowledge of how to build successful relationships between an equipment manufacturer and a customer base of executives, architects, engineers and operations teams
- Good interpersonal skills, customer relations skills, and problem management skills, with the ability to stay calm and professional under pressure while working to strict deadlines
- Experience creating technical material (slides, white papers, battle cards, solution guides, etc)
- You possess recent experience in leaf-spine architecture design.
- Demonstrated work experience as either a Sales Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE or Network Consulting Engineer preferred
- Expert knowledge in the following areas: Ethernet, RSTP/ MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, VxLAN, EVPN, Multicast, Spanning Tree, QoS
- Expert level knowledge of industry-standard CLI
- Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible HIGHLY desired.
- Strong writing skills and ability to create informative white papers on technology and products is highly desired
LI-TC1
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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Align your background with enterprise networking sales
Arista recruits Sales candidates who can speak credibly to IT buyers about cloud networking, data center switching, or security solutions. Tailoring your resume to reflect experience with complex B2B or channel sales cycles makes your application significantly stronger.
Confirm your visa type before applying
Arista sponsors H-1B, TN, and F-1 OPT and CPT, but each category has different timing constraints. If your OPT expires within six months of your target start date, flag this early so the employer can initiate H-1B cap-subject filing before the April 1 registration window closes.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Sales roles
Searching for roles that actively support visa sponsorship takes time when done manually. Migrate Mate lets you filter Arista's open Sales positions by visa type so you can focus your applications on roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Request a clear sponsorship timeline after your offer
Once you have an offer, ask Arista's recruiting team specifically whether H-1B filing will be standard or premium processing. Premium processing guarantees a USCIS decision within 15 business days and matters if your current status has a hard expiration date.
Prepare your specialty occupation documentation early
For H-1B petitions, USCIS requires evidence that your Sales role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather your degree transcripts, any relevant certifications, and a clear job description that ties your technical background to the role before your employer starts the I-129 petition.
Target roles in regions with Arista's largest sales presence
Arista's Sales headcount is concentrated around major enterprise technology markets. Applying to roles in cities like San Jose, New York, or Seattle increases your chances of landing on a team with an established process for sponsoring international hires.
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Find Sales at Arista Networks JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Arista Networks sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Yes, Arista Networks sponsors H-1B visas for Sales positions. The company has a consistent pattern of filing H-1B petitions across its go-to-market teams. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, Arista can typically bridge you through the cap-subject H-1B process, though timing around the April registration window is critical to discuss with your recruiter early.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at Arista Networks?
Apply directly through Arista Networks' careers page or browse open roles filtered by visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate. When applying, emphasize your enterprise or channel sales experience and familiarity with networking or cloud infrastructure. Mention your visa status clearly in your application or initial recruiter screen so sponsorship timelines can be assessed from the start.
Which visa types does Arista Networks commonly use for Sales positions?
Arista supports H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 and EB-3 categories for Sales roles. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional categories. H-1B is the most common path for long-term work authorization, and Arista has a track record of initiating Green Card sponsorship for retained employees.
What qualifications does Arista Networks expect for Sales roles?
Arista typically looks for candidates with experience selling complex technology solutions to enterprise or service provider accounts. Familiarity with data center networking, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity is valued. A bachelor's degree in a business or technical field is standard, and for H-1B purposes, your degree should align with the specific responsibilities outlined in your job offer.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Sales hire at Arista Networks?
Timeline depends on your visa category. F-1 OPT authorization is immediate if you already have it. H-1B cap-subject petitions require registration in March with an October 1 start date at the earliest. TN status for Canadian nationals can be obtained at the border in a single day. For EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, the PERM labor certification process alone typically takes 12 to 18 months.
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