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Pre Sales Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Australian professionals can secure two-year renewable E-3 status with no lottery and no annual cap, making this one of the most direct paths to U.S. employment in technical sales.
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Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Solutions Engineer with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a customer-facing sales engineering role, to join our Commercial team in New York City. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing, and will be responsible for selling a broad portfolio including security, data center networking, compute, and collaboration solutions. Curio
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert to customers and partners.
- Design and present comprehensive solutions that address customer business needs and technical requirements.
- Collaborate closely with sales teams to drive technical sales opportunities to closure.
- Provide expertise in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing technologies.
- Support sales efforts across security, data center networking, compute, and collaboration product lines.
- Engage with partners to enhance solution delivery and customer success.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Cisco technologies and competitive landscape.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in a customer-facing sales engineering or technical pre-sales role.
- Understanding or background in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing.
- Experience selling or supporting security, data center networking, compute, and/or collaboration solutions.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise (CCNP EN) certification or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification.
- Proven track record of success in technical sales or solutions engineering roles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers and partners.
- Familiarity with Cisco’s commercial market and customer base.
Personal Attributes and Mindset:
- Demonstrates strong curiosity and a passion for continuous learning to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
- Committed to driving growth for customers, partners, and Cisco through innovative thinking and proactive engagement.
- Thinks really big, embracing bold ideas and strategic vision to create impactful solutions.
- Plays to win by maintaining a competitive spirit and a results-oriented approach in all endeavors.
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $205,500.00 to $259,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
- .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
- 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
- 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
- Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$205,500.00 - $298,300.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$197,600.00 - $286,900.00
- For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Solutions Engineer with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a customer-facing sales engineering role, to join our Commercial team in New York City. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing, and will be responsible for selling a broad portfolio including security, data center networking, compute, and collaboration solutions. Curio
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor and subject matter expert to customers and partners.
- Design and present comprehensive solutions that address customer business needs and technical requirements.
- Collaborate closely with sales teams to drive technical sales opportunities to closure.
- Provide expertise in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing technologies.
- Support sales efforts across security, data center networking, compute, and collaboration product lines.
- Engage with partners to enhance solution delivery and customer success.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Cisco technologies and competitive landscape.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in a customer-facing sales engineering or technical pre-sales role.
- Understanding or background in campus network design, including switching, wireless, and routing.
- Experience selling or supporting security, data center networking, compute, and/or collaboration solutions.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise (CCNP EN) certification or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification.
- Proven track record of success in technical sales or solutions engineering roles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers and partners.
- Familiarity with Cisco’s commercial market and customer base.
Personal Attributes and Mindset:
- Demonstrates strong curiosity and a passion for continuous learning to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
- Committed to driving growth for customers, partners, and Cisco through innovative thinking and proactive engagement.
- Thinks really big, embracing bold ideas and strategic vision to create impactful solutions.
- Plays to win by maintaining a competitive spirit and a results-oriented approach in all endeavors.
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $205,500.00 to $259,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies:
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
- Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
- Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
- .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
- 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
- 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
- Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$205,500.00 - $298,300.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$197,600.00 - $286,900.00
- For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Pre Sales Engineer
Align your degree to the role
U.S. consular officers assess whether your specific degree field supports a Pre Sales Engineer position. A degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or information systems maps cleanly. A business degree alone may prompt additional documentation.
Search for employers with LCA filing history
Companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for Pre Sales or Solutions Engineer roles already understand E-3 sponsorship requirements. Targeting these employers shortens the offer-to-visa timeline and reduces the risk of a withdrawn offer due to unfamiliarity with the process.
Prepare a technical portfolio before outreach
Pre Sales Engineers are hired on demonstrated ability to map product capabilities to customer problems. Having recorded demos, proof-of-concept documentation, or customer success case studies ready before interviews signals readiness and accelerates the offer stage.
Clarify LCA timing with your hiring manager
Your employer must file a certified LCA with DOL before you can apply for your E-3 visa at the consulate. Confirming this step is on the employer's radar early prevents delays between offer acceptance and your consulate appointment date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This avoids the coordination errors that happen when employers unfamiliar with E-3 try to manage the DOL and consulate steps simultaneously.
Address dual intent directly at your interview
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers may probe your intent to return to Australia. Pre Sales Engineers often receive offers tied to long-term account relationships, which can raise questions. Prepare a clear, factual account of your plans without overpromising on permanence.
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Find Pre Sales Engineer JobsPre Sales Engineer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Pre Sales Engineer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Pre Sales Engineer roles filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't distinguish between visa types, so you waste time on roles where employers are only familiar with H-1B or won't sponsor at all. Migrate Mate surfaces companies with active E-3 filing history so your applications go to employers already prepared to sponsor.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Pre Sales Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as engineering, computer science, or information technology. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive sales experience for a degree can create complications at the consulate. Your offer letter should explicitly state the degree requirement to support the specialty occupation classification.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Pre Sales Engineer roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual numerical cap, unlike the H-1B which uses a randomised lottery with a 85,000 slot cap each fiscal year. For Australian Pre Sales Engineers, this means sponsorship can begin at any point in the year with a predictable consulate-based process. The H-1B requires waiting for April registration and a selection outcome you can't control.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Pre Sales Engineer?
Yes, but you need to restart the E-3 process with your new employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your new company must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if you travel internationally. If you remain inside the U.S., you can begin work for the new employer once the LCA is certified and your status is updated, without waiting for a new visa stamp.
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