Job Description

About us:The UCS (Unified Computing System) Compute Platforms team is dedicated to crafting, implementing, and managing compute resources within the UCS framework. Their responsibilities include developing and maintaining architecture, leading all aspects of deployment, providing maintenance and support, supervising and optimizing performance, ensuring security and compliance, and staying current with technological advancements. The team consists of architects, engineers, support specialists, performance analysts, and security experts, using tools like UCS Manager, Cisco Intersight, HyperFlex, and various virtualization technologies. This team ensures the adaptability, reliability, and scalability of the organization\'s compute infrastructure.What You\'ll Do:We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Product Manager to join our team and drive the growth and success of our innovative compute product portfolio. As part of the Cisco UCS Product Management team, you will be involved with below responsibilities

• We will supervise OS and Storage vendor roadmaps and align them with UCS software releases.
• We will prioritise and resolve interoperability issues reported by customers in collaboration with engineering teams.
• We will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions, and your outstanding communication and analytical skills enable you to prioritize and align business and product requirements with overall business goals.

Who You\'ll Work With:

• Engage with key customers and partners to capture feedback, understand problems, and incorporate insights into the product development process.
• Participate in major industry events, partner events, conference, spokesperson/visionary to lead strategy and technology conversations at the highest levels in the industry, with customers (C-Suite) as well as Cisco\'s Executive Leadership Team
• Work closely with and influence Product Management, Sales, Operations, Partners, Product Marketing, Customer support, and Engineering teams

Who You AreWe are seeking a Product Manager with 9+ years of IT industry experience in possessing a deep understanding of data center technologies and a proven track record of driving product development and market success.Minimum Requirements:

• Comprehensive understanding of the UCS Domain and data center technologies, including servers, storage, features, strategic analysis, specialized rack servers, blade servers, hardware, software, ISV, and services integration.
• Capable of determining vital servers, hardware, and appropriate storage solutions.
• Proficient in AI and operating systems like OpenShift and Core OS.
• Possessing excellent communication and presentation abilities, articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and have experience in setting and delivering advanced technical and business strategies.
• Expertise in handling partner concern issues and developing customer solutions.
• Willingness to travel for product launches, sales engagements, and industry events.
• Experienced in collaborating with sales and partner organizations to drive business growth.
• Skilled in facilitating workshops, managing messaging, and inspiring change.
• Adaptable and flexible, able to handle a variety of tasks and evolving priorities daily.

Good to have:

• Familiarity with Cisco\'s compute products and solutions is a plus.

Why Cisco?#WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters - with people like you!Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We\'re the Internet\'s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it\'s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We\'re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We\'re helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world - whether through 5G, or otherwise.We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other\'s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another - from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we\'re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions.So, you have colorful hair? Don\'t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That\'s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCiscoMessage to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate\'s hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.U.S. employees have to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program.Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.

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