Cisco · 5 hours ago
Technical Program Manager - Test Development & Eng Ops
San Jose, California, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$132K/yr - $174K/yr
5+ years expCisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing data and infrastructure connectivity in the AI era. They are seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional test initiatives and execute test strategies across multiple functions and hardware programs, ensuring high-quality test solutions and operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Program & Initiative Leadership
Test Strategy & Readiness
Central Test Programs & Initiatives
Test Engineering Operations & Continuous Improvement
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in technical program or project management within hardware, test, or manufacturing environments
Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional test initiatives or test strategy efforts
Working knowledge of AI/ML technologies and data‑driven techniques, with the ability to identify and drive practical applications within test processes, analytics, automation, or operational initiatives
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities
Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycle and NPI processes
Test development, validation, and manufacturing test concepts
Supply chain and engineering operations fundamentals
Preferred
Experience working in centralized or shared services engineering organizations
Background in manufacturing test, system test, or factory readiness
Exposure to end‑to‑end test platform ecosystems
Experience driving standardization, reuse, and process transformation across teams
Experience partnering with data science, automation, or software teams to integrate AI/ML‑enabled solutions into engineering or operational workflows
Strong data‑driven attitude, with experience building operational metrics and dashboards
Excellent communication skills, including executive‑level status reporting
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
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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Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
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