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RUCKUS is a global leader in networking solutions, delivering advanced technologies to support reliable, secure, and scalable network infrastructures. Our portfolio spans on-premise, cloud, edge, and AI-driven solutions. We empower organizations to optimize connectivity and leverage cutting-edge innovations to transform their businesses.
As we expand our suite of campus networking products, including switches, access points (AP), edge solutions, cloud-managed platforms, and AI-driven tools, we're seeking an experienced Senior Director of Product Management to lead our product strategy and execution in this dynamic space.
How You'll help us connect the world:
As the Senior Director of Product Management, you will be responsible for leading the strategic direction, vision, and execution of multiple products that enable our customers to drive performance, scalability, and security in campus networks.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams—engineering, marketing, sales, and operations—to ensure alignment between market needs and our product offerings, driving innovation and competitiveness in our portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the product strategy and roadmap for the multiple product lines, including on-premise, edge, and AI-driven solutions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering to drive product development, align features with market needs, and manage the technical product roadmap. Collaborate with sales, marketing, and support teams to ensure successful go-to-market strategies and post-launch success.
- Customer Focus: Engage directly with customers, partners,
and internal teams to understand business requirements and pain points, ensuring the product line evolves to meet those needs.
- Market and Competitive Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies. Use this knowledge to guide product differentiation and competitive positioning.
- AI and Cloud Integration: Integrate AI-driven insights and cloud-based management into campus networking products, ensuring seamless network operations and optimization for customers.
- Product Innovation: Drive innovation and differentiation by identifying and incorporating new technologies into our networking solutions, ensuring RUCKUS remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of product management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing networking software (for switches,
access points, edge devices, management) and cloud/AI software solutions.
- Proven track record of launching successful networking products, ideally in enterprise or campus environments.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of networking technologies including switching, wireless, edge computing, and AI/ML applications in network operations.
- Experience in defining hardware platforms for edge compute/networking.
- Knowledge of network security, network management, and SDN/SD-WAN architectures is a plus.
- Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and drive cross-functional teams toward common goals.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and execute methodically while balancing short-term needs and long-term vision.
- Customer-Centric:
A deep passion for understanding customer needs and translating them into innovative, value-driven products.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
THIS IS A HYBRID OPPORTUNITY. LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY AND NO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES PLEASE.
Our salary ranges consider various factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skills, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience,
the range can be higher for candidates with outstanding experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $182,000.00 - $240,000.00.
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