Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. They are seeking a Major Account Manager to grow the Arista brand within the DFW area, utilizing a consultative selling approach to address business needs and collaborate with technical resources.
Responsibilities
- Exceed measurable sales objectives and extend the Arista brand within Fortune 1000 accounts in addition to developing new logo accounts
- You will be responsible for utilizing a consultative selling approach with key client stakeholders to address the business needs of hybrid cloud computing and siloed legacy IT systems across the Arista product portfolio including, Software-Driven Open Networking switching platforms or high performance Data Centers and Campus networks including our Cognitive Campus WI-FI networking solution in addition to the DANZ Monitoring Fabric and Network Detection & Response (NDR) and End Point Security solutions
- Meet with key influencers, decision-makers, and C-levels to present Arista’s value proposition
- Work with Arista systems engineers to design and position compelling solutions that drive down the total cost of ownership
- Collaborate with technology partners to identify prospects and demonstrate best-in-class solutions
- Establish and manage key channel relationships in your territory
- Formulate strategic and tactical account plans based on periodic business reviews with your prospects and customers
- Conduct demand generation activities such as happy hours, lunch-n-learns and technology forums
- Collaborate with Arista peers on marketing plans and best practices
- Keep up-to-date with technology partner solutions, competing solutions and competitor strategies
Skills
- BS/BA degree or equivalent in addition to 8+ years of technology sales experience
- Proven track record of direct selling into target accounts within the assigned territory and exceeding sales targets
- Relevant data center or networking (LAN/WAN, SDN) industry background from a technology partner, competitor, channel partner or end user is a requirement
- Strong rolodex and relationships within the territory
- Excellent people skills and ability to build relationships at all levels
- You possess previous selling experience and technical acumen in one or more of the following areas; Networking, SDN, NFV, Switching, Network Automation, Routing, Data Center, Edge Computing, Network Virtualization, Hyper-converged infrastructure or Cloud computing
- Technical acumen and a track record of selling data center solutions is highly desirable
Company Overview
Arista Networks is a computer networking firm delivering cloud networking solutions for large data center and computer environments. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.arista.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Arista Networks has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2026, 204 in 2025, 144 in 2024, 111 in 2023, 147 in 2022, 152 in 2021, 120 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.