Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Cisco

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust
Closes tomorrow

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$154,900–$225,300 / yr
Posted
30 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Sep 12, 2026 (soon)

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This role $190k
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This role pays less than 54% of similar roles. Most pay $167,625–$219,650 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $190k versus about $194k for comparable roles.

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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

Cisco currently has 196 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Hardware Engineering Program Manager

The Hardware Engineering Program Manager joins the Systems & Optics Team within the Common Hardware Group to drive critical hardware initiatives for switching, routing, and wireless products. This role involves leading end-to-end Data Center Switching hardware program development from initial concept through customer release. The manager is responsible for orchestrating multi-functional teams, monitoring program health, identifying risks, managing budgets, and ensuring timely issue resolution. Key responsibilities include tracking project metrics via data modeling and visualization while facilitating collaboration between internal teams and manufacturing partners. Required skills include experience in technical hardware program management, advanced spreadsheet management, and action tracking. The role utilizes tools such as Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, and Codex for productivity. Technical expertise in Design Verification Testing processes and knowledge of hardware manufacturing environments are essential to solve complex problems within the hyperscale infrastructure domain.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end Data Center Switching hardware program development from initial concept through customer release.
  • Orchestrate multi-functional programs by aligning hardware and software engineering, product management, and operations teams.
  • Monitor program health to identify risks and dependencies while driving timely issue resolution.
  • Implement continuous process improvements and integrate automation or AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency.
  • Manage financial integrity, including budget tracking and resource allocation for all projects.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing partners and external suppliers to ensure seamless collaboration and delivery.
  • Provide transparent status updates and executive dashboards regarding project metrics and milestones.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, industrial, mechanical) or physics.
  • 7 years of experience in technical hardware program/project management or hardware/product development.
  • Experience managing end-to-end programs including budget oversight, schedule management, and breakthrough tracking.
  • Experience in advanced spreadsheet management using data modeling and visualization to track project metrics.
  • Experience in action tracking, executive updates, dashboards, and organizational communications.
  • Experience managing cross-functional dependencies in engineering environments with a focus on time-to-market.
  • Experience working in non-program management NPI development roles (preferred).
  • Knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, AI tools, Jira, Confluence, or DVT processes (preferred).

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