CIP Product Line Manager V

About 1FINITY

 1Finity, a Fujitsu company, is a global provider of communications networks for our connected world. We uniquely combine technological leadership and expertise in open optical and wireless networking, network automation, and applied AI/ML to design, build, operate, and maintain critical digital communications network infrastructure. Collaborating closely with ecosystem partners, we deliver transformative outcomes for service providers and network operators, and enable them to lower TCO, improve network performance, and increase energy efficiency. We’re also a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace that achieves together.  We offer highly competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities, as well as flexible options for working your way.  See what working at 1Finity looks like at https://www.linkedin.com/company/1finity-inc/. For more information, please visit https://1finity.com/?utm_source=li&utm_medium=soc.

Req ID:16168 

We are looking for an experienced optical networking professional in the Cloud Infrastructure Provider (CIP) market space who is energetic, articulate, and motivated; who understands optical networking and design; who has a history of CIP optical network deployment (either working for a CIP or a system supplier to CIPs); and who wants to work in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment.  Past roles defining new products and management of field-deployed products within a CIP are beneficial.  In addition, the candidate should have experience development business cases, developing strategy, and supporting Sales and Marketing activities.

Responsibilities

• Define a portfolio of products for deployment in CIP optical networks and document in product specifications

• Act as customer advocate, providing customer application and market driver information to support feature prioritization and technical development

• Assist in creation of successful business plans, with both technical and business financial strategies, to gain project development commitment and customer adoption

• Provide technical input to RFP creation

• Communicate and provide technical training of product capabilities to internal teams, customers and industry events

• Develop & present customer messages for resolution of faults, field issues, or new feature requests

• Assist Account Management with P&L financial analysis of customer deals that may be considered periodically

• Provide Competitive Intelligence into Planning on  technologies and products of interest to the CIP market, Optical component market trends, and competitor capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical area, advanced degree beneficial in technical role

• 10 years industry experience in optical networking with direct experience in optical network deployment, optical system development, and/or Product Line Management

• Deep understanding of Cloud Infrastructure Provider optical networks and trends 

• Understanding of Operational Support Systems and Open standards concepts is beneficial

• Customer Presentation Skills and Experience

• Good project management, teamwork, marketing, and communications skills

• Able to travel as necessary, at least 25% of the time

1Finity salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. ​ It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each situation. The pay range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: specific skills, qualifications, experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. The pay range for this position is estimated at $149,575.00 to $213,679.00 USD. Additionally, this role may be eligible for a short-term incentive based on company results and individual performance.

As a technology company, 1Finity recognizes that human resources are its most important capital. To create an environment where all employees can work positively and healthily, both in mind and body, we offer a full range of health, 401K, and other benefits.​

At 1Finity, one of our corporate principles is "We respect human rights”. This commitment guides the actions of every 1Finity Group member and is fundamental to how we operate, both as individuals and as a company.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  By empowering people, we can unleash our collective strengths to create a better experience for our employees, our customers, and our partners.

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