Director, Technical Marketing Engineering
About The Position
We are seeking a Director of the Technical Marketing Engineering to lead Cisco’s Wireless Networking technical marketing team. This team plays a critical role in driving innovation and delivering technical expertise in wireless networking solutions. You will be part of a dynamic group that collaborates across multiple functions to influence product strategy and customer success. The team is passionate about advancing wireless technologies and supporting Cisco’s leadership in the industry. As Director, you will investigate emerging technologies, identify product opportunities, design architectures, and train the field. You will work closely with Product Management, Sales, Operations, Partners, Product Marketing, Customer Support, and Engineering teams. You will also serve as a spokesperson and visionary, leading strategy and technology conversations with customers at the C-suite level and Cisco’s Executive Leadership Team. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping Cisco’s wireless networking offerings and driving customer value.
Requirements
- 5 years of demonstrable experience as a Technical Marketing Engineer (TME) or in leadership roles involving network design, architecture documentation, lab building, and solution evangelism for Wi-Fi networks.
- 15+ years of proven experience in the IT industry delivering technical and business strategy at an advanced or strategist level.
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Computer or Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Effective leadership skills to influence diverse groups toward a common goal or strategy.
- Sound understanding of RF and Wi-Fi technologies.
- Deep knowledge of Wireless Networking offerings, services, and technologies.
- In-depth understanding of campus networking including DHCP, DNS, RADIUS, fabric, and network security.
- Awareness of Wi-Fi market dynamics and competitive landscape.
- Flexibility to manage diverse daily activities and adapt to evolving priorities.
- Consulting skills to facilitate workshops, manage messaging, and inspire change.
Responsibilities
- Investigate emerging technologies
- Identify product opportunities
- Design architectures
- Train the field
- Serve as a spokesperson and visionary
- Lead strategy and technology conversations with customers at the C-suite level and Cisco’s Executive Leadership Team
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- paid parental leave
- short and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
- 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
- performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
