Cisco · 11 hours ago
Senior Staff Program Manager, Splunk
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$176K/yr - $250K/yr
12+ years expCisco, through its subsidiary Splunk, is seeking a Senior Staff Program Manager to lead large-scale technical programs. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive program execution, manage risks, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
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Responsibilities
Strategically leading and executing on technical programs in the Platform Product and Engineering organization, with a clear and constant understanding of priorities to drive expected outcomes, including new product introduction and GTM
Breaking down problems and operationalizing initiatives into coherent workstreams; defining program timelines and ensuring accountability of program goals; operating as the single source of truth in execution of highly complex programs
Proactively anticipating risks, developing mitigation plans, and driving problems to resolution
Aligning with organizational leadership and key business stakeholders as a program lead across multiple programs
Understanding system interdependencies and facilitating technical discussions; communicating solutions and decisions with both engineers and non-technical audiences
Creating and maintaining detailed and easy-to-digest program documentation, managing dependencies, and tracking status across multiple teams and workstreams
Qualification
Required
12+ years experience in software program management or closely related roles
Experience with enterprise software and cloud technologies, along with a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle
Extensive experience with large, cross-functional programs that have broad organizational impact
Experience with data platforms and distributed systems
Proficiency with development technologies such as AWS, Kubernetes, Puppet, and Terraform, as well as Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
Preferred
Experience working with Machine Learning and AI applications
Demonstrated ability at juggling multiple, concurrent programs and prioritizing tasks based on criticality
Communication and risk management are your forte. You can communicate effectively with stakeholders of all levels and develop plans to act upon risks appropriately
Phenomenal at decision-making, consensus building, and problem solving; you don't shy away from challenges
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
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
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Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
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