Tech Leader jobs at Cisco

THIS is a HYBRID ROLE LOCATED IN BOXBOROUGH, MA. There is a minimum requirement of 2 days onsite in the office per week.

Your Impact

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

You will be part of a world class Component Quality and Technology Group and contribute to developing, road mapping and implementing advanced thermal solutions for Cisco’s products. You will Investigate and develop innovative thermal cooling solutions for hardware systems in large scale. You will lead in the development of test plans and qualification requirements to ensure mechanical and manufacturing robustness of thermal cooling solutions (pumps, heat pipes, vapor chambers, heat sinks, cold plates etc.). You will Engage with external vendors including ODM and component vendors on design, test and production. You will Establish parameters for thermal design/testing, correlation of design/test results to model predictions. You will Collaborate with Cisco hardware design teams to develop roadmaps and risk analyses for future thermal solutions for ASIC/IC, Optics, Power and other components and systems. You will partner with several Cisco hardware design teams to improve specifications and qualification procedures.

• BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• 8 – 10 years of experience in design, simulation and testing of thermal solutions for electronic devices and systems
• 8+ years of experience in electronic device and system level air cooling technologies
• Experience in mechanical design validation and testing for electronic assemblies
• Knowledge of integrated circuit packaging technologies (BGA, large body size Flip Chip BGA, 2.5D and 3D Packaging)
• Component and system reliability analysis

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience in microelectronics cooling
• Experience in developing liquid cooling solutions for electronic devices and systems.
• Experience with Thermal Interface Material Thermal Conductivity Testing procedures
• Experience with troubleshooting and thermal validation with data acquisition systems, airflow and environmental chambers
• Experience with liquid cooling (cold plates, CDUs, manifolds, piping, characterization, pumps etc.) and high-power air-cooling solutions, such as heat pipes, VCs, and 3D VCs.
• Ability to lead by influence without direct reporting chain and advise executive decision makers
• Self-starter, proven ability to work independently on multiple projects and priorities
• Excellent communication, project management and metrics design skills

The application window is expected to close on: August 22, 2025.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Must live in or be willing to relocate to MN, IA, ND or SD

As a part of US Commercial, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills and build a long-term career in an ultra-dynamic environment. We invest in YOU.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Solutions Engineering Leader for US Commercial in the North Central Select region, you’ll have the opportunity to:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- 8+ years of pre-sales engineering/industry experience, with acumen around inter-networking products and trends, including competitive landscape

- Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and solution-selling skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with AI-ready data centers, Hybrid Work and

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, science, or a related field

The application window is expected to close on: September 25, 2025.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

• Partner with the field marketing/product events team to implement and execute effective multi-channel demand generation programs that drive qualified leads, deliver measurable results, and align to sales goals
• Build and execute account-specific marketing strategies to engage decision-makers at key accounts
• Identify and nurture high-value leads, guiding them through the buyer’s journey to create sales-ready opportunities
• Implement and optimize pipeline acceleration programs, ensuring alignment with the sales team’s objectives
• Partner with sales and GTM teams to understand buyer personas, messages, pain points and deliver tailored marketing programs to drive engagement and align on integrated efforts
• Savvy in utilizing and creating Salesforce and BI reports and dashboards to monitor campaign performance, analyze data, and optimize strategies for improved ROI
• Plan and execute webinars and events that contribute to lead generation and nurture potential customers through the sales funnel
• Prepare detailed reports on performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement and funnel gaps
• Continuously test and iterate to maximize ROI on all marketing activities

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 12-15 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on ABX, field marketing, or demand generation
• Proven track record of planning and executing successful webinars and events
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience in a B2B marketing and familiarity with the AI ecosystem
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools and CRM systems (Salesforce, Eloqua)
• Creative problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Education, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of experience leading and running high-performing teams, along with 5 years of dynamic experience in sales enablement, learning & development, product marketing, or GTM roles within the technology industry.
• Deep knowledge of Cisco Services offerings, including foundational support and high-value services.

• Strategic and creative problem solver with agile decision-making, a curious outlook, and the ability to balance short-term execution with long-term vision.
• Proven expertise in defining and executing global services sales enablement strategies, with a deep understanding of field sales, services adoption, and sales methodologies.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying AI technologies to improve sales enablement and efficiency.
• Outstanding communication, persuasion, and presentation skills, coupled with tight-knit collaboration abilities to form relationships, break down silos, and develop inclusive team environments.
• Strong programmatic and organizational capabilities, with a focus on data-driven execution and measurable progress.