AI for Networking Channel Specialist

AI for Networking Channel Specialist This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

HPE Networking is seeking an AI Networking Channel Specialist  to help accelerate growth across the Campus & Branch portfolio through our global channel ecosystem.    This role will work closely with Partner Account Managers, Partner Solution Engineers, distributors, and channel partners to drive partner activation, pipeline creation, technical readiness, and opportunity development.   Working closely with Partner Account Managers (PAMs), Partner Solution Engineers (PSEs), Networking Specialists, Campus & Branch Business Units, and regional teams, this individual will help execute regional growth initiatives, support partner enablement programs, and accelerate adoption of HPE Networking's AI-native Campus & Branch solutions through the channel.    The ideal candidate combines commercial and technical acumen, relationship-building skills, and foundational networking knowledge to help partners identify, influence, and progress customer opportunities.

Sales & Technical Acceleration   Deliver execution of Campus & Branch channel growth initiatives resulting in pipeline generation and revenue growth.   Drive AI networking adoption, Campus & Branch modernization, Enterprise network transformation, cloud-managed networking, and lifecycle expansion through effective solution positioning  Identify and support competitive displacement programs and migration opportunities.  Support adoption of regional sales plays and acceleration programs, directly supporting Partner and PAM activation     Partner Opportunity Development   Identify, qualify, and progress strategic opportunities with targeted partners.  Provide technical guidance and solution positioning and competitive differentiation for partners throughout the sales cycle.  Assist partners in developing customer architectures, adoption strategies, and business outcomes.    Partner Enablement & Readiness   Support the development and delivery of partner technical enablement, certification, demo, proof-of-concept (PoC), and readiness programs.  Deliver technical workshops, boot camps, and partner activation activities.  Develop partner competency across the HPE Networking Campus & Branch portfolio, driving cross-sell opportunities and cross pollination     Qualifications  Required   Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Networking/Computer Science Engineering or related field  5+ years of relevant work experience or equivalent  Deep expertise in enterprise networking, including campus switching, wireless networking, and cloud-managed solutions.  Strong understanding of AI-driven networking technologies and operational models.  Experience working with channel partners, systems integrators, service providers, and distributors.  Ability to influence and collaborate across highly matrixed organizations.  Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.    Preferred   Experience with HPE Aruba Networking and/or HPE Juniper Networking solutions, including Aruba Central, CX Switching, Mist AI,