Sales Engineer III

Date: Oct 27, 2026

Location:

South Africa, ZA

Requisition ID: 37777

About Avaya

Avaya is an enterprise software leader that helps the world’s largest organizations and government agencies forge unbreakable connections.

The Avaya Infinity™ platform unifies fragmented customer experiences, connecting the channels, insights, technologies, and workflows that together create enduring customer and employee relationships.

We believe success is built through strong connections – with each other, with our work, and with our mission. At Avaya, you'll find a community that values your contributions and supports your growth every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.avaya.com

Short Description

Key Responsibilities

Assess client requirements and design customized Avaya communication architectures (such as Avaya Aura or IP Office).

Deliver product demonstrations, host technical discovery sessions, and answer deep-dive product questions for prospective clients.

Partner closely with account managers throughout the sales cycle to craft technical proposals, scope projects, and ensure commercial/technical viability.

Coordinate with internal implementation and engineering teams to ensure a smooth transition from the closed sale to deployment.

Qualifications & Skills

Strong foundation in telecommunications, networking protocols, and unified communications (UC).Client-facing communication, presentation skills, and the ability to translate complex technology into business value.
Proven experience analyzing complex enterprise IT environments and designing hybrid cloud, SaaS, or on-premises solutions.
Strong ability to partner with Account Executives to qualify deals, navigate competitive landscapes, and handle complex technical objections.

Experience

5 - 8 Years of Experience

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering