Cisco · 9 hours ago
Technical Marketing Engineering Technical Leader
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$169K/yr - $241K/yr
6+ years expCisco is a leading technology company focused on revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations. They are seeking a Technical Marketing Engineering Technical Leader to drive product excellence and competitive strategy through in-depth competitor research, technical content development, and collaboration with various teams to influence product roadmaps.
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Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth competitor research and comparisons with Tier 1 vendors across campus networking
Perform hands-on competitive testing and validation on Cisco platforms versus multi-vendor alternatives
Analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to guide product strategy
Define customer needs and influence product roadmaps in collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, UX, CX, and Sales
Participate in architectural reviews and provide strategic recommendations based on competitive insights
Validate early product concepts with customers and advocate for their requirements throughout the product lifecycle
Develop technical content including whitepapers, playbooks, test reports, demos, benchmark studies, deployment guides, and sales materials
Deliver technical training globally through webinars, workshops, recorded sessions, and events
Represent Cisco at major industry events such as CiscoLive, GSX, and partner conferences
Provide technical leadership and escalation support for strategic competitive opportunities via the Cisco Global Win Center
Lead technical discussions with customers and partners to educate on Cisco architectures and guide network design
Qualification
Required
Bachelors + 8 years related experience, OR Masters + 6 years, OR PhD + 2 year
Strong foundational expertise in enterprise networking—including switching, routing, wireless, and network security fundamentals
Hands-on experience with production network designs and/or multi-vendor campus infrastructures
Demonstrated ability to perform technical research, competitive analysis, or solution testing
Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills
Proficiency with content development tools (PowerPoint, Word, Camtasia, or similar)
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
CCNP-level knowledge; CCIE-level expertise strongly preferred
Experience with network policy, identity solutions, and campus network automation or management platforms
Familiarity with Spirent Test Center, IXIA BreakingPoint, or similar test/validation tools
Experience with Meraki, Cisco Catalyst Center, or multi-vendor cloud management platforms
Prior experience in Technical Marketing, Sales Engineering, Customer Experience, or Product Management
Ability to travel up to ~10%
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
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, plus 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
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
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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