Technical Marketing Engineering Technical Leader

Responsibilities

• strengthen Cisco’s position across Campus Switching, Routing, Wireless, Security, and Cloud‑managed solutions by conducting in‑depth competitor research and comparisons with Tier 1 vendors across campus networking

• perform hands‑on competitive testing and validation on Cisco platforms versus multi‑vendor alternatives, and analyze industry trends and emerging technologies to guide product strategy

• In collaboration with Product Management, Engineering, UX, CX, and Sales, you will define customer needs and influence product roadmaps

• you will participate in architectural reviews and provide strategic recommendations based on competitive insights, validate early product concepts with customers, and advocate for their requirements throughout the product lifecycle

• you will develop technical content including whitepapers, playbooks, test reports, demos, benchmark studies, deployment guides, and sales materials

• you will deliver technical training globally through webinars, workshops, recorded sessions, and events, and represent Cisco at major industry events such as Cisco Live, GSX, and partner conferences

• you will provide technical leadership and escalation support for strategic competitive opportunities via the Cisco Global Win Center

• you will lead technical discussions with customers and partners to educate on Cisco architectures and guide network design, serving as a trusted expert on competitor capabilities and market positioning

Requirements

• Bachelors + 8 years related experience, OR Masters + 6 years, OR PhD + 2 year

• Strong foundational expertise in enterprise networking—including switching, routing, wireless, and network security fundamentals

• Hands‑on experience with production network designs and/or multi‑vendor campus infrastructures

• Demonstrated ability to perform technical research, competitive analysis, or solution testing

• Strong presentation, communication, and technical writing skills

• Proficiency with content development tools (PowerPoint, Word, Camtasia, or similar)

• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

• Travel up to ~10%

Preferred

• CCIE‑level expertise strongly preferred

• Experience with network policy, identity solutions, and campus network automation or management platforms

• Familiarity with Spirent Test Center, IXIA Breaking Point, or similar test/validation tools

• Experience with Meraki, Cisco Catalyst Center, or multi‑vendor cloud management platforms

• Prior experience in Technical Marketing, Sales Engineering, Customer Experience, or Product Management

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance

• a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution

• paid parental leave

• short and long‑term disability coverage

• basic life insurance

• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non‑exempt employees

• 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday

• paid year‑end holiday shutdown

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