Manager, Solutions Architects
Infoblox -
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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At Infoblox, every breakthrough begins with a bold “what if.”
What if your ideas could ignite global innovation?
What if your curiosity could redefine the future?
We invite you to step into the next exciting chapter of your career journey.
Bring your creativity, drive, your daring spirit, and feel what it’s like to thrive on a team big enough to make an impact, yet small enough to make a difference.
Our cloud-first networking and security solutions already protect 70% of the Fortune 500, and we’re looking for creative thinkers ready to push that influence even further.
Join us and discover how far your bold “what if” can take the world, your community, and your career.
Here, how we empower our people is extraordinary: Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2025, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and Cigna Healthy Workforce honors three years running — and what we build is world-class: recognized as CybersecAsia’s Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 —evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape.
So, what if the next big idea, and the next great career story, comes from you? Become the force that turns every “what if” into “what’s next”.
In a world where you can be anything, Be Infoblox.
MANAGER, SOLUTIONS ARCHITECTS
We have an opportunity for a Manager, Solutions Architects to join and lead our MEA Solutions Architects team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Solutions Architects.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing a high-performance team of technical pre-sales solutions architects experienced in partnering with sales and partners to grow complex, large scale business driven Infoblox technology solutions.
You’re the ideal candidate if you are a strategic thinker with a strong networking and security background, understand complex SaaS selling and have demonstrated the ability to build and maintain a high-performing team focused on managing the execution of solution sales activities.
Be a Contributor — What You’ll Do
Manage a team of system experts who represent the company and provide all pre-sales technical support and technical account management for their field account managers and Partners
Lead a team that contributes to the design and integration architecture of Internet information services appliances including DNS, DHCP, Security, and Network Automation solutions
Develop and help manage curriculum for the Systems Engineers to grow and develop
Communicate with other members of the pre-sales/sales organization to develop training initiatives that will enhance the effectiveness of the sale
Develop key relationships with enterprise customers and partners
Assure technical competency and skillsets of the Solutions Architects on a regular basis
Collaborate closely with internal sales, engineering, project management, product development, and operational groups to ensure the development of customer solutions
Recruit, hire, and retain the right people to form a high-performing pre-sales Solutions Architect team
Mentor, coach and develop the team; provide performance management, salary planning, and technical training
Provide technical resources to optimize sales volume and ensure customers have the maximum opportunity for successful application through systems/applications engineering services
Be Prepared — What You Bring
3+ years of managing Pre-Sales Solutions Architects working with Enterprise customers
8+ years of Pre-Sales Solutions Architecture experience working within the IT Datacenter Infrastructure Networking space
Subject matter expertise on security and cybersecurity technologies for on-premises, cloud, and at the edge, as well as a deep understanding of the security vendor landscape, their offerings, and sales tactics
Formal sales methodology experience (MEDDIC, Challenger, WS) to accelerate, grow, and minimize risk
Ability to clearly articulate the benefits of the Infoblox product and service solutions portfolio to various client stakeholders
Ability to collaborate and coordinate across stakeholders, both internal and external
Fundamental understanding of networking, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, and security
A good understanding of cloud networking and cybersecurity technologies, framework, compliance requirements, and risk management.
Ability to understand complex technical problems in the networking industry at a business level
Preferred certifications – CISA, CISSP, ISO27001, CISM, CNE, ITIL, CSP, CCP
Experience in leading teams that design target systems security architecture for cloud and hybrid environments
Fluency in Arabic and English
Be Successful — Your Path
First 90 Days: Immerse yourself in our culture, connect with mentors (Blox Buddies), and map the systems and meet with key stakeholders that rely on your work.
Discuss and create short/long term goals.
Six Months:
Solid understanding of our portfolio of products and solutions
Ability to articulate our competitive differentiation
Have identified and established regular cadence calls with your team, key internal/external stakeholders, and Channel Partners
Identify skill and resource gaps necessary to execute territory business plans
Established a “partner” relationship with your sales peer
Be assimilated with Infoblox technology solutions
One Year:
Continuously assess team strength, gaps, and development areas
Develop career development plans for the team
Ensure enablement activities are driving the desired results in the quality of designs, demo capabilities, objection handling, and increased pipeline
Align team resources to the appropriate opportunities within the territory
Obtain the necessary knowledge and experience to have a voice in shaping the evolution of the organisation
Belong— Your Community
Our culture thrives on inclusion, rewarding the bold ideas, curiosity, and creativity that move us forward.
In a community where every voice counts, continuous learning is the norm.
So, whether you code, create, sell, or care for customers, you’ll grow and belong here.
Be Rewarded — Benefits That Help You Grow, Thrive, Belong
Comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, and flexible work options
Learning opportunities, career-mobility programs, and leadership workshops
Sixteen paid volunteer hours each year, global employee resource groups, and a “No Jerks” policy that keeps collaboration healthy
Modern offices with EV charging, healthy snacks (and the occasional cupcake), plus hackathons, game nights, and culture celebrations
Charitable Giving Program supported by Company Match
Ready to Be the Difference?
Infoblox 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
At Infoblox, every breakthrough begins with a bold “what if.”
What if your ideas could ignite global innovation?
What if your curiosity could redefine the future?
We invite you to step into the next exciting chapter of your career journey.
Bring your creativity, drive, your daring spirit, and feel what it’s like to thrive on a team big enough to make an impact, yet small enough to make a difference.
Our cloud-first networking and security solutions already protect 70% of the Fortune 500, and we’re looking for creative thinkers ready to push that influence even further.
Join us and discover how far your bold “what if” can take the world, your community, and your career.
Here, how we empower our people is extraordinary: Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2025, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and Cigna Healthy Workforce honors three years running — and what we build is world-class: recognized as CybersecAsia’s Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 —evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape.
So, what if the next big idea, and the next great career story, comes from you? Become the force that turns every “what if” into “what’s next”.
In a world where you can be anything, Be Infoblox.
MANAGER, SOLUTIONS ARCHITECTS
We have an opportunity for a Manager, Solutions Architects to join and lead our MEA Solutions Architects team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Solutions Architects.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing a high-performance team of technical pre-sales solutions architects experienced in partnering with sales and partners to grow complex, large scale business driven Infoblox technology solutions.
You’re the ideal candidate if you are a strategic thinker with a strong networking and security background, understand complex SaaS selling and have demonstrated the ability to build and maintain a high-performing team focused on managing the execution of solution sales activities.
Be a Contributor — What You’ll Do
Manage a team of system experts who represent the company and provide all pre-sales technical support and technical account management for their field account managers and Partners
Lead a team that contributes to the design and integration architecture of Internet information services appliances including DNS, DHCP, Security, and Network Automation solutions
Develop and help manage curriculum for the Systems Engineers to grow and develop
Communicate with other members of the pre-sales/sales organization to develop training initiatives that will enhance the effectiveness of the sale
Develop key relationships with enterprise customers and partners
Assure technical competency and skillsets of the Solutions Architects on a regular basis
Collaborate closely with internal sales, engineering, project management, product development, and operational groups to ensure the development of customer solutions
Recruit, hire, and retain the right people to form a high-performing pre-sales Solutions Architect team
Mentor, coach and develop the team; provide performance management, salary planning, and technical training
Provide technical resources to optimize sales volume and ensure customers have the maximum opportunity for successful application through systems/applications engineering services
Be Prepared — What You Bring
3+ years of managing Pre-Sales Solutions Architects working with Enterprise customers
8+ years of Pre-Sales Solutions Architecture experience working within the IT Datacenter Infrastructure Networking space
Subject matter expertise on security and cybersecurity technologies for on-premises, cloud, and at the edge, as well as a deep understanding of the security vendor landscape, their offerings, and sales tactics
Formal sales methodology experience (MEDDIC, Challenger, WS) to accelerate, grow, and minimize risk
Ability to clearly articulate the benefits of the Infoblox product and service solutions portfolio to various client stakeholders
Ability to collaborate and coordinate across stakeholders, both internal and external
Fundamental understanding of networking, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, and security
A good understanding of cloud networking and cybersecurity technologies, framework, compliance requirements, and risk management.
Ability to understand complex technical problems in the networking industry at a business level
Preferred certifications – CISA, CISSP, ISO27001, CISM, CNE, ITIL, CSP, CCP
Experience in leading teams that design target systems security architecture for cloud and hybrid environments
Fluency in Arabic and English
Be Successful — Your Path
First 90 Days: Immerse yourself in our culture, connect with mentors (Blox Buddies), and map the systems and meet with key stakeholders that rely on your work.
Discuss and create short/long term goals.
Six Months:
Solid understanding of our portfolio of products and solutions
Ability to articulate our competitive differentiation
Have identified and established regular cadence calls with your team, key internal/external stakeholders, and Channel Partners
Identify skill and resource gaps necessary to execute territory business plans
Established a “partner” relationship with your sales peer
Be assimilated with Infoblox technology solutions
One Year:
Continuously assess team strength, gaps, and development areas
Develop career development plans for the team
Ensure enablement activities are driving the desired results in the quality of designs, demo capabilities, objection handling, and increased pipeline
Align team resources to the appropriate opportunities within the territory
Obtain the necessary knowledge and experience to have a voice in shaping the evolution of the organisation
Belong— Your Community
Our culture thrives on inclusion, rewarding the bold ideas, curiosity, and creativity that move us forward.
In a community where every voice counts, continuous learning is the norm.
So, whether you code, create, sell, or care for customers, you’ll grow and belong here.
Be Rewarded — Benefits That Help You Grow, Thrive, Belong
Comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, and flexible work options
Learning opportunities, career-mobility programs, and leadership workshops
Sixteen paid volunteer hours each year, global employee resource groups, and a “No Jerks” policy that keeps collaboration healthy
Modern offices with EV charging, healthy snacks (and the occasional cupcake), plus hackathons, game nights, and culture celebrations
Charitable Giving Program supported by Company Match
Ready to Be the Difference?
Infoblox 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
