Engineering Product Manager, Data Center Networking

Cisco

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Work type
On-site
Location
Milpitas, CA
Salary
$171,600–$245,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Nov 1, 2026

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This role $208k
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Cisco Systems is the world''s leading networking technology company, designing and manufacturing networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses and governments. Industry: Networking Technology & Cybersecurity

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TL;DR · Engineering Product Manager, Data Center Networking

Engineering Product Manager- Data Center Networking joins the Cisco Data Center Networking team to manage the product portfolio and drive the definition of new products. This Senior Product Manager role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, supply chain, finance, and sales, to define the roadmap for secure, scalable AI/ML fabrics and enterprise data center fabrics. The position requires managing the complete product lifecycle from initial definition through launch and end-of-life. Key responsibilities include developing business plans involving market analysis, financial modeling, and pricing proposals, as well as creating marketing content like blogs and videos. Candidates must possess a technical background in electrical engineering or computer science with expertise in networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and system design. The role focuses on solving infrastructure challenges for AI/ML applications and enterprise workloads within the data center environment.

What you'll do

  • Define the product roadmap for secure, scalable AI/ML and enterprise data center fabrics.
  • Manage the complete product lifecycle from initial definition through launch to end-of-life.
  • Develop business plans including market analysis, competitive analysis, financial models, and pricing proposals.
  • Define new product requirements and enhancements with clear value propositions for customers.
  • Translate complex technical capabilities into simple, compelling marketing messages and content.
  • Influence cross-functional teams in engineering, supply chain, finance, and sales to build differentiated products.
  • Provide product briefings to customers and partners while cultivating key professional relationships.
  • Represent the company's vision and innovations at internal and external industry events.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.
  • 8+ years of experience working on networking concepts, protocols, and architectures.
  • Experience with data center networking technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring products to market.
  • MBA or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields (preferred).
  • 3+ years of product management experience in related areas (preferred).
  • Solid understanding of data center networking concepts, technologies, and system design (preferred).
  • Experience in financial analysis, forecasting, market analysis, and competitive analysis (preferred).
  • Experience in ramping up and sustaining products by building opportunity pipelines and closing bookings (preferred).

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