Senior Product Manager, Data Center Networking for AI

Cisco; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the Data Center Networking portfolio, driving the product definition of new AI/ML fabrics and enterprise data center solutions.

You will define requirements, collaborate with engineering, supply chain, finance, and sales, and own the full lifecycle from concept through launch and end-of-life. The role emphasizes data-center networking expertise and cross-functional influence.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to define Data Center Networking roadmap for AI/ML fabrics.
• Articulate portfolio value to drive growth with secure, scalable infrastructure for AI/ML workloads.
• Define new product requirements with clear value propositions for customers.
• Own end-to-end product lifecycle from definition to launch to end-of-life.
• Develop business plans including market analysis, financial models, and pricing proposals.
• Translate product capabilities into simple, compelling messages for customers.
• Build impactful product marketing content and collateral such as presentations, blogs, and videos.
• Provide solution/product briefings to customers or partners and cultivate relationships.
• Represent Cisco’s Data Center Networking vision at internal and external events.
• Partner with marketing and sales to amplify product messaging and drive market success.

Skills

Networking concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Product management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields

MBA or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields

Job description

Cisco is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the Data Center Networking portfolio, driving the product definition of new AI/ML fabrics and enterprise data center solutions.

You will define requirements, collaborate with engineering, supply chain, finance, and sales, and own the full lifecycle from concept through launch and end-of-life. The role emphasizes data-center networking expertise and cross-functional influence.