Cisco - San Jose, CA
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
San Jose, CA
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
About the position
The Senior Hardware Program Manager at Cisco's Common Hardware Group is responsible for managing complex hardware development programs that support the company's core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products. This role involves strategic planning, execution, and delivery of hardware projects while collaborating with various internal teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and effective risk management.
Responsibilities
- Manage planning, execution and delivery of complex Hardware development programs.
- Prepare program plans, schedules, and budgets, working closely with teams from Product Management, Hardware & Software Engineering, Supply chain and support functions.
- Lead cross-functional teams in program execution, conduct program reviews, and provide consistent and accurate program status updates to Senior Management.
- Identify risks and devise mitigation plans to avoid or minimize impact and deliver programs per commitments (Schedule, Quality, Budget).
- Ensure that program follows Cisco/ISO/TL9000 processes.
- Conduct appropriate reviews and maintain documentation for external ISO/TL9000 audits.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, IT, or other related field.
- 7+ years of related experience in managing Hardware Development programs.
- Technical Acumen in Hardware Development for effective interaction with Engineering.
- Proficiency with program scheduling & collaboration tools (Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Microsoft Office etc.)
Nice-to-haves
- PMP (Program Management Professional) Certified.
- Expertise in intricate scheduling and budget management, including forecasting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills at a high-level.
- Demonstrated capacity for making critical judgments, anticipating and mitigating risks, influencing stakeholders, and driving strategic decisions.
Benefits
- 10 days off each year for volunteer work
- Inclusive work environment
- Diversity and equality initiatives
