Director Product Manager, Cloud Infrastructure and AI Networking

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a highly motivated individual to drive product strategy, roadmap planning, and execution for its Cloud Provider and Hyperscaler segment. The successful candidate will be a key member of HPE's Routing Infrastructure Solutions Product Management organization and will act as a strategic partner to HPE's Corporate Strategy, Go-To-Market, and R&D Engineering teams.

The role involves leading complex HW and system NPI programs, driving the Cloud Customer segment platforms strategy, and supporting fast-moving cloud customer needs. The ideal candidate will have both a technical and business background, demonstrated experience in complex infrastructure, hardware, software, and service environments, and familiarity with the global telecommunications and cloud infrastructure market.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading complex HW and system NPI programs leveraging expertise in HW systems and network ASICs
• Driving the Cloud Customer segment platforms strategy, product definition, and program execution
• Supporting fast-moving cloud customer needs and pursuing significant opportunities with Tier 1/Tier 2 Cloud customers and Neoclouds building AI clusters
• Collaborating with customers, sales, and systems engineering to translate market requirements into engineering product requirements
• Managing requirements and driving engineering commitments in close partnership with various sales teams
• Performing market and competitive assessments
• Generating sales and product collateral
• Partnering closely with sales and marketing to develop and execute go-to-market strategies
• Building and expanding relationships with service provider and cloud customers

The minimum qualifications for this role include:

• 2+ years of experience in people leadership in the field of Product Management
• BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience in product management in IP networking
• Expertise on network HW, Systems, and/or network ASICs
• Proven track record of developing and executing complex strategies across multiple technology domains, geographic markets, and customer sets

Preferred qualifications include:

• 5+ years of experience in people leadership in the field of Product Management
• MBA, or experience successfully running/growing a business
• Networking SW and HW knowledge, including Networking Protocols for DC and WAN, Network ASICs and Operating Systems
• Experience working with Hyperscalers, Neoclouds in the Americas markets

In terms of benefits, HPE offers a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports the physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing of its team members and their loved ones. The company also invests in career development and provides opportunities for growth and advancement.

The expected salary/wage range for this position is $197,000 - $420,000 per year in California, with variable incentives also offered.