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Principal Customer Program Manager

Cisco San Jose, California Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$233,900 to $330,400 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Principal Customer Program Manager to join our Cisco Silicon One team.

The Cisco Silicon One team is at the centre of Cisco's ASIC design, driving the development of next-generation network devices for the AI/ML era.

As a Principal Customer Program Manager, you will define and execute strategies for successfully integrating SiliconOne products in customer environments, from evaluation to production launch.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and executing project plans, including scoping, identifying core support teams, and formal kick-off with customers
  • Translating customer requirements into specific tasks and assigning them to relevant functional areas
  • Communicating issue status to customers and internal teams, including executives
  • Working closely with engineering, product management, and sales teams to resolve technical issues and keep projects on track
  • Leading complex technical discussions and representing the urgency of issues
  • Regularly communicating program status and key issues to management
  • Building close relationships with customer development teams to find solutions to their issues

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience in high-tech electronics, specifically leading large-scale program and project management initiatives
  • Deep technical expertise in cloud development, deployment, or OEM environments
  • Proven track record of managing high-stakes hardware and software engagements for strategic datacenter customers
  • Hands-on experience working across the full product stack, including Software, ASIC, and Hardware
  • Expert leadership capabilities, with the ability to drive execution across diverse, cross-functional global teams
  • Advanced problem-solving, negotiation, and organisational skills

Preferred Requirements:

  • Strong technical background in system, HW, and SW qualification for AI infrastructure, cloud/DC environments, or networking ASICs
  • Strategic mindset: ability to navigate complex organisational environments and adapt to shifting circumstances
  • Proven comfort with high levels of ambiguity and the ability to thrive in rapidly evolving technical landscapes
  • Exceptional cross-boundary collaboration skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

We offer a competitive salary range of $233,900.00 to $330,400.00, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • AI infrastructure
  • cloud/DC environments
  • networking ASICs
  • strategic mindset
  • cross-boundary collaboration

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