Senior Software Program Manager

Cisco

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San Jose, US · Remote, USA Posted 28 days ago $191,400–$281,400 / year

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TL;DR

As a Senior Program Manager at Cisco Silicon One in San Jose, you will lead complex, multi-functional programs for next-generation network devices, driving the development of SDKs and integration with industry-leading network operating systems. You’ll collaborate with global engineering teams to ensure strategic alignment and manage executive communications while handling competing stakeholder interests. The role requires expertise in systems software development, experience leading hardware and software programs for ASIC-based products, and a strong technical understanding of high-performance networking silicon. Ideal candidates possess 10+ years of program management or team leadership experience within the high-tech electronics industry, with a focus on influencing both technical leaders and executive stakeholders. This position demands exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to operate effectively in environments characterized by ambiguity and rapid change.

Skills

Cisco ASIC Firmware SDK Network Operating Systems Program Management Engineering Leadership Systems Software Development Software Lifecycle Models Hyperscalers OEMs Network Operators High-Performance Networking Silicon Customer-Facing Roles CI/CD

What you'll do

Drive end-to-end program execution for Silicon One ASIC software ecosystem.
Own program schedules, milestones, and risk management across global teams.
Ensure tight hardware/software co-development and integration with engineering leaders.
Collect requirements from internal BUs and customers, manage prioritization effectively.
Serve as key interface for partner-facing technical delivery and stakeholder communication.

What we're looking for

10+ years of experience in engineering program management or team leadership in high-tech electronics.
Proven track record leading complex hardware and software programs for ASIC-based products in large-scale environments.
Strong background in systems software development and lifecycle models.
Experience influencing technical leaders and executive stakeholders.
Technical expertise in high-performance networking silicon, including switch and router ASICs.
Prior experience defining and managing SDKs for high-performance ASICs.

Market check

Salary context

This $191,400–$281,400 range sits above 87% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$118,300–$220,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,400–$213,375

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Cisco

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 103 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $165,000–$241,400 across 103 roles with salary data.

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