manager software engineering Engineering Manager hybrid · Posted May 14, 2026
$168,800 – $241,200
USD per year

About this role

Cisco is hiring a manager-level Engineering Manager in the software engineering function based in San Jose, CA. Compensation is listed at $168,800–$241,200 per year.

Role
Engineering Manager
Function
software engineering
Level
manager
Track
hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Location
San Jose, CA
Department
Product and Engineering
Posted
May 14, 2026

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Job description

from Cisco careers
The application window is expected to close on: 07/31/2026

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

Meet the Team

  • Organization: Transceiver Module Group (TMGBU)

  • In Cisco Transceiver Module Group, we build the future of connectivity for switches, routers and servers.

  • The Product Management Team in TMGBU specifies and manages Cisco’s pluggable optics' portfolio that covers a broad range of optical technologies and applications, including AI

Your Impact

  • As a Product Manager within our group, you will have the responsibilities for optical transceivers, owning every product aspect throughout the product lifecycle - from market exploration, requirements definition and development, to go-to-market, product transition and end-of-sale phases.

  • Product Managers are empowered, trusted and influential leaders.

  • Data driven and business-oriented leader to drive adoption and set commercial aspects of High-Speed Optics used on AI applications.

  • Responsible for growth, pricing, promotions, and marketing collaterals.

  • Track optics opportunities and develop join initiatives with host-platforms (Cisco Switches/Routers/Servers) to position Cisco high-speed optics with customers.

  • Develop roadmap and engage with cross functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Procurement, Supply, etc.) to productize it.

  • Manage new product introductions, transitions, forecast and P&L.

  • Build partnerships with host-platform counterparts, sales specialists, and account teams to socialize and promote our portfolio.

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