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Senior Product Manager, Data Center & AI Networking Hardware

Sunnyvale, California, United States of AmericaFull-time$143k–$291k2026-11-08 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Define and deliver next-generation networking platforms for data centers and AI clusters, combining technical depth in emerging hardware with product lifecycle management.

Role type

Senior individual contributor product manager (data center & AI networking hardware)

Builds

Next-generation data center and AI cluster networking platforms

Domain

Data center infrastructure, AI networking, high-performance computing hardware

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Product strategy, NPI leadership, market analysis, cross-functional influence, business case development, trade-off analysis, hardware systems knowledge

Preferred skills

MBA, advanced degree in CS/Engineering

Technologies

Ethernet switching, switch ASICs, SerDes, optics, integrated photonics, high-speed interconnects, system architecture, power delivery, thermal management, liquid cooling, rack-level infrastructure

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end product strategy and operational roadmap; Define value propositions and product requirements; Assess emerging technologies (silicon, SerDes, optics); Translate insights into architecture decisions; Lead fact-based trade-off analyses; Advise stakeholders on lifecycle management; Lead NPI programs as Product Line Manager when needed; Collaborate across engineering, supply chain, and sales; Engage customers and partners to validate choices.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC