Cisco · 2 weeks ago
Technical Marketing Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $222K/yr
7+ years expCisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity. They are seeking a Competitive Technical Marketing Engineer to conduct vendor analysis, perform competitive testing, create content for their knowledge base, and collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to shape the next generation of products.
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Responsibilities
Conduct vendor analysis to research and assess competitors' offerings and capabilities, providing valuable insights to internal teams
Perform hands-on competitive testing of Tier 1 Campus Switching and Routing vendors, comparing their solutions to Cisco’s products like Catalyst 9000 Series Switching, Catalyst 8000 Series Routing, and Meraki Cloud
Create content for Cisco’s competitive knowledge base, including presentations, whitepapers, playbooks, and technical demos
Conduct solution testing, from feature-level assessments to architecture and solution-level evaluations
Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to provide strategic and tactical input for shaping the next generation of products
Design and deliver training programs, including webinars, onsite presentations, and demos, and represent Cisco at events like Cisco GSX, CiscoLive, and Sales Roadshows
Offer escalation support for critical competitive sales opportunities to the Cisco Global Win Center
Qualification
Required
Bachelors + 7 years of related experience, or Masters + 4 years of related experience, or PhD + 1 year of related experience
Strong foundation in networking with hands-on expertise in switching, routing, and wireless technologies
Proficiency in content development tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Camtasia
CCNP-level expertise (CCIE track highly desirable)
Preferred
Experience working with production networks, especially in switching, routing, Identity Policy, and Network Management solutions
Familiarity with multi-vendor Campus Network solutions
Knowledge of industry network testing tools like Spirent Test Center or IXIA BreakingPoint
Approximately 10% travel availability
Ability to work independently while making a significant impact
Strong verbal and written communication skills and public speaking experience
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
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 determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
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
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
Chief Technology Officer - Cisco System Australia/New Zealand
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