Product Manager - Cisco Wireless (Hybrid)
About The Position
Cisco is hiring a Product Manager for its Wireless Core RF & Networking team, which drives software strategy for wireless networking technologies spanning RF, networking, IoT solutions, and location applications. The team works across routing, switching, and security to deliver solutions for deployments of varying sizes. The Product Manager will lead the strategy, development, and delivery of wireless networking solutions focused on core RF technologies and associated features. The role involves defining product roadmaps, guiding products through their lifecycle, translating customer needs into product requirements, and partnering with engineering, marketing, sales, and customer success to support successful global launches and business growth. This role is hybrid and requires onsite work in the San Jose or San Francisco office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years, or master’s degree and 6 years, or Ph.D. and 3 years of related Product Management experience.
- Experience with wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, or UWB.
- Experience with network and change management for deployments.
- Experience defining product roadmaps and requirements.
- Experience managing large-scale, cross-functional engineering projects.
Nice To Haves
- CWNA, CWDP, CWSP, or CWNE certification.
- Deployment and design experience.
- Familiarity with the software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute product strategy and roadmaps for Cisco Wireless solutions, aligned with market trends and customer requirements.
- Lead product lifecycle management from concept through launch and post-launch support.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to turn customer needs into detailed product requirements and specifications.
- Work with sales and marketing on go-to-market plans, competitive positioning, and enablement materials.
- Analyze market data, customer feedback, and the competitive landscape to identify opportunities and risks.
- Drive cross-functional alignment and communication to ensure product milestones are delivered on time.
- Manage relationships with key customers and partners to gather insights and validate product direction.
- Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to plan eligibility rules.
- 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Basic life insurance.
- Paid holidays and a floating holiday for non-exempt employees.
- Paid day off for an employee’s birthday.
- Paid year-end holiday shutdown.
- Paid personal wellness days.
- Paid vacation or an exempt flexible vacation time-off program, depending on employee classification and subject to applicable policies.
- Paid sick time, with the ability to carry forward unused sick time up to the stated limit.
- Additional paid time away may be requested for critical or emergency family issues.
- Optional paid volunteer days.
- Annual bonuses may be available for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies.
- Employees may be eligible for Cisco restricted stock unit grants, subject to vesting and continued employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
