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About the role
● Lead collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, and Sales teams to translate complex customer needs into innovative, high-impact solutions. ● Lead the development of compelling customer proof of concepts and high-impact demonstrations that showcase the value, performance, and differentiation of Cisco optical systems and coherent optics. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelors + 8 years, Masters + 6 years or PhD + 3 years of related experience in the design, development, or technical marketing of optical systems and coherent optics
- Proven record of managing end-to-end technical lifecycles for complex platform or product portfolios
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with optical systems and coherent optics, including field engagements, system configuration, and the design and implementation of complex, scalable lab environments
- Documented experience in creating technical training materials or product specifications for internal and external stakeholders
- Working knowledge of core networking protocols, including routing and switching
- Proficiency in network automation and software skills, specifically Linux, VMware, and Python
More about this role
The application window is expected to close on: 11/30/2026
The Optical Systems and Coherent Optics group is at the forefront of Cisco’s optical strategy, driving innovation for data center interconnects, service providers and enterprises. Our team functions as the bridge between innovative technology and market reality, managing the full lifecycle of optical products within a dynamic framework. We are a collaborative, high-impact group that works across teams to shape how the world connects.
Joining this team offers a unique opportunity to influence the evolution of optical networking and work on technologies that power the internet.
● Lead collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, and Sales teams to translate complex customer needs into innovative, high-impact solutions.
● Lead the development of compelling customer proof of concepts and high-impact demonstrations that showcase the value, performance, and differentiation of Cisco optical systems and coherent optics.
● Architect tailored customer network solutions and sophisticated lab environments, partnering with Sales throughout the pre-sales lifecycle to validate end-to-end designs, interoperability, scalability, and...
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