Consulting Engineer

Location: Via Milano

About Acuative

Acuative is a global IT solutions provider committed to delivering top-tier managed services, managed solutions, and network infrastructure support. With a client-first mindset and a relentless drive for excellence, we empower organizations to scale securely and efficiently. Our success is powered by our people—we invest in our employees through continuous on-the-job training, mentorship, and assisted learning that helps to grow our teams.

At Acuative, you’ll find a collaborative environment built on professionalism, innovation, and the shared pursuit of achieving high results. Join us and help shape the future of IT.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced   Consulting Engineer IV / High Touch Engineer (HTE)  to deliver, optimize, and support   Cisco enterprise networking solutions   for strategic customers. This role sits within a professional services environment and requires strong hands-on expertise, customer engagement skills, and leadership in complex network deployments.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize   Cisco networking solutions   across enterprise customer environments
Deliver High Touch services including   network architecture, implementation, and optimization
Translate business and technical requirements into   High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD / LLD)
Lead technical delivery activities and act as an escalation point for complex network issues
Perform advanced   L2/L3 troubleshooting   prior to engaging   Cisco TAC
Support   pre-sales and solution validation   activities alongside sales teams
Collaborate with Cisco account teams, partners, and internal engineering resources
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, design deliverables, and knowledge transfer materials
Ensure compliance with data protection and anonymization requirements when engaging global Cisco teams
Contribute to best practices, technical documentation, and reusable delivery assets

Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
5–8 years of experience   in networking, systems engineering, or IT consulting
Strong hands-on expertise with   Cisco technologies   (CCNP-level or equivalent)
Experience supporting   enterprise or strategic customers   in customer-facing roles
Solid understanding of   routing, switching, security, and network troubleshooting
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Professional proficiency in   Italian and English

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in   Professional Services, High Touch Operations, or Managed Services
Advanced degree or professional certifications (CCNP / CCIE preferred)
Exposure to   network automation, scripting, or Dev Net tools

Equal Opportunity Statement
At Acuative, we believe our strength comes from our people—and that includes people from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Our inclusive culture encourages growth, creativity, and collaboration across all levels of the company. No matter who you are, if you’re passionate about doing great work, you’ll find a place with us.