1,792 Senior Solutions Architect jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join their IT team, based at our **Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, UK** office, with a hybrid working arrangement. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-based solutions. Your responsibilities will include evaluating business requirements, translating them into technical solutions, and architecting cloud environments on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. You will lead the migration of existing applications and infrastructure to the cloud, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruption. This involves selecting appropriate cloud services, designing network architectures, implementing robust security measures, and optimizing cloud costs. You will collaborate closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure successful deployment and ongoing management of cloud solutions. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in cloud computing, strong architectural design skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will be instrumental in driving the company's cloud strategy and enabling digital transformation initiatives. We are looking for a forward-thinking architect who can guide technical decisions and champion best practices in cloud adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect cloud-native solutions based on business requirements.
• Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure strategies and roadmaps.
• Lead the migration of applications and data to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Select appropriate cloud services and technologies to meet project needs.
• Design secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments.
• Implement and manage cloud security best practices, policies, and controls.
• Optimize cloud resource utilization and costs.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams on cloud deployments and management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams on cloud technologies.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience in designing and implementing cloud infrastructure, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, networking, and data storage.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent architectural design skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Our client is a leading IT consultancy looking for an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to design and implement robust, scalable, and secure cloud-based solutions for a diverse range of clients. This role will be based in our office in Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK , requiring a strong on-site presence. You will be responsible for understanding client business requirements and translating them into effective cloud architectures, leveraging platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Key duties include architecting cloud infrastructure, designing migration strategies, developing automation solutions, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. You will also be involved in pre-sales activities, client consultations, and contributing to the development of best practices for cloud deployment and management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with extensive experience (7+ years) in IT infrastructure and cloud computing. Proven expertise in designing and implementing solutions on at least one major cloud platform is essential, along with certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert. Strong knowledge of networking, security, databases, and DevOps principles is also required. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills are crucial for this client-facing role. You should be adept at identifying business challenges and proposing innovative, cost-effective cloud solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects and influence the technological direction of businesses.

Our client, a leading innovator in cloud-based IT solutions, is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Cloud Solutions Architect to join their dynamic, fully remote technology team. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud infrastructures for a diverse range of clients. You will be instrumental in advising clients on cloud strategies, architecting cloud-native solutions, and driving the adoption of best practices across various cloud platforms, primarily AWS, Azure, and GCP. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements, translating these into technical designs and roadmaps, overseeing the deployment of cloud services, and ensuring optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and security of cloud environments. You will also be responsible for developing automation scripts, implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, and providing technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud architecture, with a strong understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), serverless computing, and DevOps principles. Relevant certifications from major cloud providers (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, etc.) are highly desirable. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. You should be a self-starter, capable of working independently and managing multiple projects in a remote setting, contributing to a collaborative and innovative team culture. If you are passionate about leveraging the power of the cloud to drive digital transformation, this is an unparalleled opportunity.

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join their growing IT team. This role is based in Belfast , Northern Ireland, and offers a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions that meet the evolving needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and architect robust cloud infrastructure solutions on major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with cloud best practices and enterprise architecture standards.
• Develop migration strategies and plans for moving existing applications and data to the cloud.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Optimize cloud environments for performance, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Develop and maintain cloud governance policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex cloud-related issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies, trends, and services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and deliver effective cloud solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Cloud Solutions Architect or in a similar role, with a strong portfolio of cloud implementations.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud computing concepts, services, and architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and database technologies in a cloud context.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) are highly preferred.
• Experience in managing hybrid cloud environments is a plus.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and contribute to impactful projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking organization. Join us and help shape the future of our cloud infrastructure.

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to join their distributed team on a fully remote basis. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud infrastructure solutions. You will be responsible for architecting cloud environments across various platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), developing migration strategies, and ensuring best practices for cloud governance and security are followed. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud computing principles, services, and technologies, with a proven ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with engineering teams to define cloud architecture, overseeing the deployment of cloud services, and providing technical leadership and guidance on cloud-related projects. You will be instrumental in optimising cloud costs, improving system performance, and enhancing the overall reliability and availability of our cloud-based applications. This role requires staying current with the latest cloud technologies and trends, evaluating new services, and recommending solutions that align with the company's strategic goals. You will also be involved in troubleshooting complex cloud issues and ensuring the security posture of our cloud infrastructure.

We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing, with at least 3 years specifically in cloud architecture and design. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required; Master's degree or equivalent experience is a plus. Strong experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and a solid understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) are essential. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills are also necessary, as you will interact with various technical and non-technical teams. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable.

This position is fully remote, offering significant flexibility. You will need to be a self-starter, highly organised, and comfortable working independently and as part of a virtual team. The ability to solve complex problems and provide innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment is key. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects with a forward-thinking company. If you are a visionary cloud architect passionate about building resilient and efficient cloud solutions, we invite you to apply.

We're seeking a **Solutions Architect** to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.
As a member of our Solutions Architecture group, you'll work directly with top-tier customers, scientists, and developers to deploy, configure, and tune the company's high-end suite of molecular modeling and informatics applications and related systems. You'll also maintain Schrödinger's internal scientific computing resources and work with highly skilled individuals within challenging software environments. In your conversations with our Product Managers, you'll be the voice of the customer.
If you don't consider yourself an expert in all of the fields below, that's OK - we're looking to hire an adaptable polymath who's excited to learn on the job. Our team will be happy to help you get up to speed in any unfamiliar areas!
**Who will love this job:**
+ A passionate engineer who understands web-based applications (i.e., REST APIs, data ETL, SQL databases)
+ A driven and enthusiastic learner who's excited about investigating performance issues, benchmarking, recommending improvements, and picking up new skills in IT and scientific realms
+ An excellent communicator who's motivated to help customers succeed with our scientific software solutions and willing to travel to customer sites as needed
+ A skilled systems administrator who's proficient in at least one scripting language like bash or Python
+ A public cloud enthusiast familiar with Kubernetes and/or infrastructure as code
+ A problem-solver with excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
**What you'll do:**
+ Ensure that our software performs optimally in the customer environment (which ranges from small on-prem server setups to sophisticated HPC and cloud environments)
+ Design and implement optimal deployment strategies and custom interfaces for integration with customer systems and technologies
+ Help customers tackle thorny technical issues by collaborating to create smart, efficient and effective solutions
+ Work closely with customers on the installation, configuration, and update/maintenance of on-premises or cloud-hosted installations of our scientific computing and enterprise software applications
+ Collaborate with product managers, developers and scientists, to improve deployment, support, and configuration of our applications
+ Partner with our global IT team to support and improve Schrödinger's internal infrastructure
**What you should have (or be willing to learn):**
+ Extensive experience with the Linux OS and proficiency in a scripting language like bash or Python
+ Research informatics background in the pharmaceutical industry or another scientific space
+ Experience with relational databases and SQL (developing, deploying and supporting custom ETL solutions is ideal)
+ Cloud computing expertise with at least one major resource provider (GCP, AWS, Azure), ideally with exposure to scalable computing and containerization technologies, such as Kubernetes
+ Deep understanding of web-based applications (i.e., REST APIs)
+ An interest in chem- or bioinformatics, material science, computational, or organic chemistry (a formal academic background in the natural sciences is a plus!)
**We'd prefer to hire someone who has:**
+ Advanced networking experience, e.g. DNS, routing, firewalls, proxies, VPCs, gateways
+ Good background in working with infrastructure as code and automation management
+ Solid understanding of HPC technologies (i.e., job management systems, networking, GPGPU computing, etc.)
_As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability._

**Summary:**
Our team is looking for a high performance Solutions Architect with an entrepreneurial driven approach. As a Solutions Architect, you will lead the advertising industry by enabling clients to realize the full potential of Meta's marketing solutions and even defining new solutions. You will work with marketing executives at companies on their industry-leading advertising initiatives, translating their business goals into an execution plan using Meta's suite of cutting-edge advertising platform. This role will allow you to apply your experience for problem solving to achieving real-world marketing results at Meta scale.
**Required Skills:**
Solutions Architect Responsibilities:
1. Act as a technical consultant and subject matter expert on Meta's marketing technology solutions for the marketing organizations at some of the largest companies in the world
2. Guide our clients to the most optimal implementations by walking them through the technical details Meta's advertising platform and products, with a particular focus on Business Messaging solutions
3. Work closely with sales teams to unlock and develop new opportunities by developing a comprehensive understanding of business goals and industry trends
4. Influence the marketing industry through technology by participating in industry conferences and presenting to executive-level audience
5. Understand and apply knowledge of products, technologies and business to build solutions to solve for problems at scale
6. Break down coding projects into tasks and partner with all applicable teams and partners to meet pre-established goals
7. Build relationships with team members and cross functional partners
8. Document and share project updates and insights
9. Influence decision-making through presentation of data-centric business topics
10. Participate in interviewing and on-boarding of new team members
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. Experience with web, mobile, or enterprise technology stack
12. Experience communicating with technical and business audience at prospects or clients
13. Experience demonstrating knowledge of industry technology areas and trends
14. Technical Degree or equivalent experience
15. Experience working with software systems including querying, SQL scripting, and working with API development
16. Combined experience as an Engineer, Solutions Architect, Technical Consultant, or Partner/Sales Engineer
17. Willingness to travel 25% of the time
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
18. Technical understanding of Meta advertising products (including Ads and Pages API, Identity Platform)
19. Experience deploying large partner integration projects
20. Knowledge of Business Messaging solutions
21. Experience working with API documents, calling API's using scripts, and testing API's
22. Knowledge of AdTech, Advertising, or Digital Marketing (Brand or Direct Response)
**Industry:** Internet

Solutions Architect
Apply ( Location:London, United Kingdom
+ Alternate LocationRemote
+ Area of InterestEngineer - Software
+ Job TypeProfessional
+ Technology InterestSoftware Development
+ Job Id
**Who We Are:**
Cisco Innovation Labs (CIL) is at the epicenter of Cisco's most ambitious innovation. Situated within the Office of the CEO, CIL is dedicated to rapid prototyping, breakthrough technologies, and solving complex, high-priority challenges. Our diverse team of architects, engineers, and visionaries transforms what's possible into reality for customers worldwide.
**Your Role & Impact:**
As a Solutions Architect at CIL, you'll drive projects from concept to delivery, shaping Cisco's strategic direction and creating significant value for customers-especially within the UK & Ireland. Your work will span:
+ **Healthcare Transformation:** Make virtual care more accessible, automate patient interactions, and design inclusive care solutions.
+ **Security Innovation:** Build quantum-safe and advanced security solutions to protect critical data and infrastructure against evolving threats.
+ **Smart & Inclusive Spaces:** Develop AI-powered building solutions that enhance accessibility, optimize energy, and improve work experiences.
+ **Sustainability Leadership:** Design energy-efficient data centers, integrate renewables, and pioneer solutions to achieve NetZero goals in hybrid work.
Your role is hands-on and cross-disciplinary-blending AI, full-stack development, and creative problem solving. You'll work directly with customers and partners, manage your own tasks, and communicate complex ideas clearly to varied audiences.
Occasional flexibility for travel to customer meetings will be required
**What We Look For:**
+ Passion for learning and applying new technologies in real-world scenarios.
+ Strong self-management, collaboration, and communication skills.
+ Proven experience designing, building, and delivering complex software systems.
+ Ability to bridge the gap between technical depth and business impact.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
**Education & Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, OR
+ Master's degree with 4+ years, OR
+ PhD with 1+ year.
**Technical:**
+ Proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, Java, JavaScript, Go).
+ Experience with software development methodologies.
+ AI/ML concepts, including hands-on experience with LLMs or similar frameworks.
+ Stakeholder engagement and solution presentation skills.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Interest or early experience in Agentic AI systems.
+ Full-stack development: front-end (React, Angular, Vue, etc.), back-end (Node.js).
+ Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
+ Familiarity with Cisco technologies (Splunk a plus).
+ Experience with startups, research institutions, or academia.
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work on projects with global reach and transformative potential.
+ Accelerate your professional growth and contribute to industry-shaping innovation.
+ Collaborate with a world-class, diverse, and passionate team.
**If you're ready to co-create the next wave of digital transformation-where your ideas matter and your impact is global-Cisco Innovation Labs is where you belong.**
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. Simply put - we power the future.
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:**
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees haveaccess ( to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.
Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco's flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco's Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter. Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. 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 up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Solutions Architect
Apply ( Location:London, United Kingdom
+ Alternate LocationRemote
+ Area of InterestEngineer - Software
+ Job TypeProfessional
+ Technology InterestSoftware Development
+ Job Id
**Who We Are:**
Cisco Innovation Labs (CIL) is at the epicenter of Cisco's most ambitious innovation. Situated within the Office of the CEO, CIL is dedicated to rapid prototyping, breakthrough technologies, and solving complex, high-priority challenges. Our diverse team of architects, engineers, and visionaries transforms what's possible into reality for customers worldwide.
**Your Role & Impact:**
As a Solutions Architect at CIL, you'll drive projects from concept to delivery, shaping Cisco's strategic direction and creating significant value for customers-especially within the UK & Ireland. Your work will span:
+ **Healthcare Transformation:** Make virtual care more accessible, automate patient interactions, and design inclusive care solutions.
+ **Security Innovation:** Build quantum-safe and advanced security solutions to protect critical data and infrastructure against evolving threats.
+ **Smart & Inclusive Spaces:** Develop AI-powered building solutions that enhance accessibility, optimize energy, and improve work experiences.
+ **Sustainability Leadership:** Design energy-efficient data centers, integrate renewables, and pioneer solutions to achieve NetZero goals in hybrid work.
Your role is hands-on and cross-disciplinary-blending AI, full-stack development, and creative problem solving. You'll work directly with customers and partners, manage your own tasks, and communicate complex ideas clearly to varied audiences.
Occasional flexibility for travel to customer meetings will be required
**What We Look For:**
+ Passion for learning and applying new technologies in real-world scenarios.
+ Strong self-management, collaboration, and communication skills.
+ Proven experience designing, building, and delivering complex software systems.
+ Ability to bridge the gap between technical depth and business impact.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
**Education & Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, OR
+ Master's degree with 4+ years, OR
+ PhD with 1+ year.
**Technical:**
+ Proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, Java, JavaScript, Go).
+ Experience with software development methodologies.
+ AI/ML concepts, including hands-on experience with LLMs or similar frameworks.
+ Stakeholder engagement and solution presentation skills.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Interest or early experience in Agentic AI systems.
+ Full-stack development: front-end (React, Angular, Vue, etc.), back-end (Node.js).
+ Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
+ Familiarity with Cisco technologies (Splunk a plus).
+ Experience with startups, research institutions, or academia.
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work on projects with global reach and transformative potential.
+ Accelerate your professional growth and contribute to industry-shaping innovation.
+ Collaborate with a world-class, diverse, and passionate team.
**If you're ready to co-create the next wave of digital transformation-where your ideas matter and your impact is global-Cisco Innovation Labs is where you belong.**
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. Simply put - we power the future.
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:**
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees haveaccess ( to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings.
Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday (for non-exempt employees), plus a day off for their birthday. Non-Exempt new hires accrue up to 16 days of vacation time off each year, at a rate of 4.92 hours per pay period. Exempt new hires participate in Cisco's flexible Vacation Time Off policy, which does not place a defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use, but is subject to availability and some business limitations. All new hires are eligible for Sick Time Off subject to Cisco's Sick Time Off Policy and will have eighty (80) hours of sick time off provided on their hire date and on January 1st of each year thereafter. Up to 80 hours of unused sick time will be carried forward from one calendar year to the next such that the maximum number of sick time hours an employee may have available is 160 hours. Employees in Illinois have a unique time off program designed specifically with local requirements in mind. All employees also have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. 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 up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.