- Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of core IT infrastructure, network design, data centre solutions, (preferred) to have knowledge in cloud computing (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Familiarity with virtualization and cloud platforms: VMware & AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, etc.
- (preferred) Hands-on previous experience with network and security solutions, as firewalls, routers, switches, and security.
- documentation skills to create technical and financial proposals, solution designs, and technical specifications.
- Pre-Sales and Presentation Skills
- Ability to translate technical language into business terms and vice versa helping non-technical stakeholders understand technical solutions.
- Have good presentation and demo skills.
- Strong proposal development skills to create RFP responses, financial and technical proposals, BOQ, cost sheet and technical documents in alignment with customer requirements.
- Soft Skills
- Customer-oriented: proactive approach to understanding and solving client pain points.
- Collaboration and teamwork: Able to work effectively with sales, and technical teams.
- Ability to analyse customer challenges and provide solutions.
- Strong Verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English language.
- Preferred
- Industry awareness on trends in IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, smart cities, cybersecurity, and other relevant fields.
- Project management Basic skills to assist in planning and coordinating customer engagements.
- Client & vendor Proven experience building and maintaining trust by acting as a strategic advisor.
7-10 years of proven experience in a pre-sales, solutions architect within the IT industry.preferred bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Certifications: Preferred certifications, such as Cisco (CCNA, CCNP), VMware (VCP), AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure, or other relevant certifications.Flexibility to travel for on-site client meetings and project implementations in case needed.Fluency in English.Ability to manage multiple projects with same deadlines.