Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales)

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaPosted 6 weeks ago

Role Overview

Gruve is hiring a senior-level Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales). This is a full-time role in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Part of Gruve's Security hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Security roles is $115k-$166k (based on 63 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job Description

About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

Position summary:

This role focuses on scaling presales execution and delivery excellence for Cisco-aligned services. You will support US-based enterprise customers, Cisco sellers, and partners by owning solution design, POCs/POVs, and delivery oversight, while contributing to practice standardization and profitability. This is a hands-on architecture role, well-suited for professionals from system integrators, Cisco partners, or enterprise IT services backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

Presales & Solution Architecture

Lead solution architecture and presales support for Cisco-aligned services and offerings
Work closely with Cisco sales teams, partners, and US enterprise customers
Own end-to-end solution design, including requirement gathering, architecture, and technical validation
Create high-level and low-level designs aligned with customer business and technical needs

Technology Focus Areas

Design and architect solutions across:

Cisco Data Center Technologies (required)
Cisco UCS, Nexus switching, VXLAN and AI Topologies (Converged-rail, Rail-optimized, Dragonfly, etc)
Virtualization and hybrid data center environments

AI Infrastructure (required)

Cisco + NVIDIA based AI infrastructure
Secure AI Factory concepts, GPU-based compute, high-performance networking
Hybrid Cloud & Infrastructure (nice to have)
On-prem + cloud integration (AWS/Azure/GCP – basic to intermediate level)
Kubernetes setup and configuration

POCs, POVs & Commercial Support

Support and guide POCs / POVs for enterprise customers
Assist in effort estimation, BOM creation, pricing inputs, and SOW preparation
Provide technical inputs for proposals, RFPs, and customer presentations

Delivery & Practice Contribution

Partner with delivery engineers to ensure smooth handover and high-quality execution
Spend ~25% of time on practice build activities, including:
Solution SKUs and reference architectures
Playbooks, best practices, and technical documentation
Inputs for pricing models and standard offerings

Basic Qualifications:

Core Experience

8–15 years of experience in Solution Architecture / Presales / Technical Consulting
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Data Center technologies
Experience working with US enterprise customers or global clients
Background from Cisco partners, system integrators, MSPs, or IT services companies is highly preferred

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of:

Cisco UCS, Nexus, ACI, VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, OSPF
AI, Data center networking & compute architectures
Hybrid cloud integration
Exposure to AI Infrastructure (Cisco + NVIDIA, GPU workloads, AI clusters) is a strong plus
Good understanding of enterprise security concepts
Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical architectures

Soft Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable presenting to customers and senior stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and collaboration mindset
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications

Cisco CCIE – Preferred
Cisco CCNP – Mandatory or strongly preferred
NVIDIA, Cloud (AWS/Azure), or Security certifications – Nice to have

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales) position at Gruve?

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Where is the Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales) position at Gruve located?

This position is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Gruve has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales) at Gruve earn?

Gruve has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales) role at Gruve posted?

This role was posted on May 13, 2026 (46 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Solution Architect – Cisco & AI Infrastructure (Pre-sales) role at Gruve require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Gruve lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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