Sr Product Manager - Data Center Networking

Who We AreData center networking is evolving rapidly to keep pace with the increasing demands of modern applications, cloud services, and emerging technologies such as AI/ML. Cisco is a global leader in technology innovation, dedicated to delivering advanced networking solutions that power the world's data centers. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, diverse and inclusive work environment where creativity and innovation can thrive.Our Data Center Networking team is seeking a Sr. Product Manager to join us. Our team is expanding our product portfolio offering with the latest technologies to meet our customers’ ever-changing demands and requirements and to simplify their experience.What You'll DoYou will lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help define and drive Cisco’s Data Center Networking roadmap and business.You will articulate and promote product portfolio value proposition.You will be part of a dynamic product management team and work with various teams across the business: engineering, supply chain, customer service, sales, channel partners, and end-customers to build products and drive business.You will have complete product lifecycle ownership for the product(s); from product definition to product launch, to product end-of-life and everything in between.Develop business plans for product offerings including market analysis, financial models, and pricing proposalsDefine new product requirements and enhancements, with clear value proposition for customersConduct competitive feature, price/cost, and margin analysisLead entire product lifecycle, including product launches and transitionsTranslate product capabilities into simple, compelling messages that resonate with customersBuild impactful product marketing content and collateral such as presentations, blogs, and videosPresent at internal and external events, highlighting Cisco’s vision and innovations in data center technologiesPartner with the broader marketing and sales team to amplify product messaging and drive market successLead sales enablement activities for the field, partners, and customersBasic Qualifications:Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field OR 8 years in data center, switching, or related industry.6 years of cross-functional collaboration with business partners in the delivery of a technical product to the market. 5 years of work within networking concepts, protocols, and architectures, or a related area.Preferred Qualifications:3 years of product management experience, focused on a technical product.Solid understanding of DC networking concepts, protocols, system design and architectures (Including ASIC).Proven leadership skills, with a track record of taking products from requirements to market success.An ability to drive to consensus through collaboration and influence across direct and indirect teams.History of conducting competitive feature, price/cost, and/or margin analysisComfortable delivering presentations to different audience levels, large and small.Good at execution, with great attention to details and are well-organized. Operational excellence is a requirement. MBA or master / advanced degree preferred.CCNA or CCIE certificationWhy Cisco? #WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters – with people like you!Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we’re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions. So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco Location:San Jose, California, USArea of InterestProject or Program ManagementCompensation Range165700 USD - 232900 USD Job TypeProfessionalTechnology InterestNetworkingJob Id1427350Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program.Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.