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  • Leader, Product Marketing Success, Public Sector

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Remote United States Your Impact We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Leader of Product Market Success in the Public Sector to drive the growth and success of Cisco's security product offerings for federal, state and local, higher education and K-12 segments. This key leadership role will be responsible for developing and executing product-focused growth motions to meet business objectives for security in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a blend of product knowledge, strategic thinking, and strong leadership skills. Key Responsibilities: Driving Product Growth and Sales Alignment: * Design and implement product growth strategies that support public sector goals to drive new pipeline and influence bookings for the security business. * Create compelling program designs and related content journeys and program designs to engage target customers in public sector segments. * Work closely with regional sales teams to ensure alignment on GTM strategies, sales targets, and execution. * Monitor performance (e.g., pipeline, conversion rates, bookings) to ensure goals are met and exceeded. * Provide ongoing support and direction to sales teams, ensuring effective execution of go-to-market (GTM) strategies for product adoption and growth. Team Leadership and Development: * Lead public sector product success team, providing strategic guidance and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability. * Develop and execute region-specific plans to increase product adoption, market penetration, and revenue growth. * Set clear goals, objectives, and KPIs for the regional leads to ensure consistent execution of plans. * Mentor and coach the team to drive high performance, personal growth, and skill development. * Ensure strong cross-functional collaboration with sales, product, partner, marketing execution, and customer success teams. Marketing Program Coordination and Customization: * Develop compelling content tailored to the unique needs of public sector customers to drive high engagement and consistent messaging to market. * Partner with external agencies and internal stakeholders to design and execute regional marketing programs. * -Oversee the execution of localized marketing efforts to ensure timely delivery and consistent messaging across all channels. Analyze the effectiveness of marketing programs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration: * Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including product, sales, customer success, partner, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of regional initiatives. * Serve as the voice of the segment to ensure alignment with broader company strategy and objectives. * Provide regular reporting on performance, insights, and forecasts to leadership. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field. MBA preferred. * 4+ years of experience in product or solutions marketing in public sector or related fields, with at least 1-2 years in a public sector leadership role. * Proven success in driving product growth, pipeline generation, and bookings in a regional or global market. * Strong understanding of sales processes, product marketing strategies, and go-to-market frameworks. * Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring high-performing teams. * Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, product, marketing). * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data to drive actionable insights. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions. Preferred Skills & Experience: * Experience in working with agencies and external vendors to execute regional marketing programs. * Knowledge of digital marketing strategies and tools. * Experience in cybersecurity sector and familiarity with regional market dynamics Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $168,800.00 to $241,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $168,800.00 - $277,400.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $148,800.00 - $248,200.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $168.8k-277.4k yearly 18d ago
  • Sr Manager, Digital Strategy

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Remote United States Meet the Team We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Manager, Digital Strategy, to join us and lead a digital marketing team that drives results for key products in the Cisco Security portfolio, like XDR and Secure Access. Your Impact The Senior Manager, Digital Strategy, will play a critical role in scaling our end-to-end digital ABM program and shaping the direction of our digital demand generation strategies across channels. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in marketing, management, have exceptional communication skills, and a strong understanding of digital demand generation and brand building. This role will work closely with demand and regional leaders within marketing and the sales teams. Responsibilities: Lead cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive demand strategies and digital account-based marketing activations aligned with organizational goals. Manage and scale digital webinars program across the security portfolio. Implement process improvements to assist other departments for visibility. Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with external vendors and partners. Manage and balance budget submissions. Analyze performance of each channel to optimize and rebalance investments across channels. Understand and analyze pipeline metrics to determine effectiveness. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. 10 + years of proven experience in demand generation. digital marketing, or related roles. Experience managing a team of direct reports. Tech industry experience required for consideration. Experience managing multi-million-dollar marketing budgets. Strong knowledge of digital platforms and proficiency in digital tactics, including account-based marketing tools, paid media, and email marketing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present for executive audiences. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making and proficiency in marketing analytics tools. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience leading social teams, building demand strategies, and executing on campaign strategies. Experience in B2B marketing or in the technology/software industry is required. Preferred Experience working within the security and/or cybersecurity industry. Experience running ABM programs and working with tools such as 6sense. Familiarity with CRM and marketing automation platforms (e.g., Eloqua, Tableau, and Salesforce). Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,000.00 to $219,200.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $196k-284.1k yearly 2d ago
  • Energy Manager, Market Operations & Compliance

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Saint Paul, MN job

    Meta's data centers are the foundation of our rapidly scaling infrastructure. Meta's Energy Team is seeking a commercially experienced and self‑motivated energy professional to help build and run a wholesale market operations and compliance program that supports Atem Energy, LLC and Meta's data center energy goals. Atem Energy, LLC is a Meta affiliate that is seeking authority to participate in U.S. wholesale electricity markets. This position sits within Meta's Energy Team and will support Atem's market operations and compliance while also contributing to Meta's broader global energy strategy. **Required Skills:** Energy Manager, Market Operations & Compliance Responsibilities: 1. Lead all compliance activities associated with wholesale market participation, including Electronic Quarterly Reports (EQR) and other Federal Energy Regulatory Commission filings 2. Develop and implement compliance tracking and reporting programs in collaboration with Legal partners 3. Ensure all compliance-related obligations are met, including disclosure protocols for affiliates and upstream entities 4. Support continued evolution and execution of Meta's wholesale supply strategy for domestic and potentially international data centers 5. Stay informed of the technical, market, and regulatory developments in the energy industry and communicate key trends, risks and potential impacts to management 6. Manage vendor relationships to ensure reporting and manage wholesale market positions 7. Engage with external power marketers, independent power producers, utilities, and other stakeholders to facilitate transactions and related compliance 8. Support the contracting and negotiation phase for energy supply agreements, ensuring all MBRA requirements are considered 9. Develop in-house expertise on wholesale market products and services, including in MISO, SPP, and PJM 10. Travel domestically (10-25% at times) **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 11. Bachelor's degree in a business, engineering, environmental, or energy related discipline 12. 8+ years experience in facilitating, evaluating, or tracking wholesale capacity and energy transactions and projects 13. Experience leading compliance with FERC market-related requirements 14. Experience working with detailed financial models of energy projects and transactions, identifying key risks and sensitivities, and leading all related due diligence efforts (financial, commercial, technical, development) 15. Experience collaborating across multiple internal functions, including legal, compliance, finance, and accounting 16. Experience representing business interests to the leadership teams of potential suppliers, utilities, governments, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders 17. Experience in utility and grid interconnection, capacity accreditation, and wholesale electricity market transaction processes 18. Proven precise communication skills 19. Experience synthesizing commercial, regulatory, market, and contractual details to all organizational levels 20. Experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with internal staff, utility providers, consultants, and external stakeholders 21. Proficiency in standard document and analytics platforms, including any needed to facilitate compliance or transaction tracking and reporting 22. Proven track record building and running FERC compliance programs **Public Compensation:** $188,000/year to $221,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $188k-221k yearly 31d ago
  • Sr Principal Business Development Rep

    Northrop Grumman 4.7company rating

    Plymouth, MN job

    RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an experienced Business Development Representative to support our Armament Systems business team located in Plymouth, MN. This site develops and produces medium- and large-caliber ammunition as well as precision capabilities for direct and indirect fire systems. Leading the industry, this team successfully completes lifecycle support for medium-caliber cannons, develops miniature, precision strike weapons for airborne platforms, creates survivability solutions for soldiers and the next generation tactical ammunition for a variety of combat platforms Role Description & Responsibilities: Northrop Grumman is actively seeking an experienced and motivated individual to exercise their demonstrated professional skills in support of the activities required to identify, develop, and capture new business opportunities in the precision munitions market segment. In this role, as part of the growth-oriented and customer-focused Combat Systems Business Development team, will be responsible for utilizing processes for opportunities and pursuits organization that drives precision munitions market segment growth. In addition, this role will be responsible for delivering an extraordinary customer experience across our global customer environment and infusing our strategic focus and messaging into all elements of the customer engagement. The ability to work both independently and within a highly motivated team of business development, program management, financial, and engineering professionals is required. The Staff Business Development Representative role reports directly to the Combat Systems Business Development Director. Location This position is based in our Armament Systems site in Plymouth, MN and requires on-site support The Sr Principal Business Development Representative will: Prepare consolidated business development capture strategies and executable plans in support of new business acquisition driving growth and expansion within the Combat Systems portfolio. Create, maintain and implement a customer engagement strategy and senior customer visit plans across domestic and international military, government, and industry leadership. Proactively work with external customers and internal stakeholders across departments and the Combat Systems operating unit to execute structured and well-planned business development and capture initiatives. Develop and deliver comprehensive and targeted customer presentations which communicate recommended precision munition solutions that address requirements critical to providing lethal overmatch to the Warfighter. Proactively work with the Combat Systems portfolio managers and across departments to support creation and maintenance of multi-year orders forecast and long-range strategic plan (LRSP). Lead activities throughout the business development lifecycle including proposal management and development. Provide justification and oversight of required discretionary investments for assigned new business pursuits. Responsible for the accuracy and consistency of the Customer Relationships Management (CRM) tools while following the process standards of the Northrop Grumman Business Acquisition Process (BAP). Basic Qualifications: This position emphasizes skills first. Must have 12 years of experience in Business Development, Marketing, or Program Management. Will consider bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Engineering, or Marketing plus 8 years of experience in Defense Industry with exceptional understanding of the DOD market and acquisition processes, or master's degree plus 6 years of experience. U.S. Citizenship Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Security Clearance Demonstrated strategic thinking skills. Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Proficient with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience with CRM tools (SalesForce preferred). Must be able to travel as needed (up to 25% of the time). Desired Qualifications: Master's degree or MBA. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Prior experience with precision munitions highly preferred Proficiency with Shipley Proposal & Capture Methods Primary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
    $131.1k-196.7k yearly Auto-Apply 41d ago
  • Electrical Subject Matter Expert

    Meta Platforms, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Rosemount, MN job

    Meta is seeking a data center Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Electrical SME will be a part of the facility operations team and will be responsible for being the electrical system technical operations expert. The Electrical Subject Matter Expert will need to have a broad understanding of electrical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The candidate will need to be have understanding in Low Voltage & Medium Voltage power distribution, electrical protection & controls systems, UPS and battery systems, electrical testing, applicable electrical codes and standards, and have a basic understanding of mechanical systems. Minimum Qualifications * 7+ years relevant electrical industry experience or electrical trade level experience * Bachelor's degree or trade certification in related field plus 3+ years relevant electrical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ years relevant electrical industry experience * Experience in critical environments * Theoretical and practical understanding of power equipment & systems, with expertise in electrical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction * Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work * Working knowledge of mechanical, controls, and fire and life safety systems * Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings * Experience in comprehending electrical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings * Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment Preferred Qualifications * Experience in high voltage (up to 345kV) equipment construction, operation, and maintenance * National Electrical Testing Association (NETA) or National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) electrical testing experience/certifications * Equipment field service engineering or representative experience * Experience in a data center industry * Instrumentation & control, power system protection, power automation, etc. experience * Trade Certification or state license as an electrician Responsibilities * Serve as an onsite technical resource of electrical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation * Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local electrical team and applicable local and global teams * Contribute to electrical safety program for site * Plan resource, author or approve work procedures to cover electrical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and critical systems and operational risk * Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of electrical equipment * Oversee electrical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems are in compliance with best practices, including change control processes * Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activity * Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise * Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on electrical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes * Manage vendor relationships for electrical maintenance and retrofit work * Provide feedback on global electrical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements * Travel expectations can be significant during the first 3 months for initial training and onboarding. After initial onboarding, travel expectations are 10-15%. and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics. Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form.
    $96k-142k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Senior Applied AI Scientist

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    Meet the Team Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment. Your Impact * Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events. * Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale. * Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact. * Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes. * Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans. Minimum Qualifications: * PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience. * Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling. * Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) * Experience translating research ideas into production systems. Preferred Qualifications: * Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models. * Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data. * Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights. * Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty. * Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy. * MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models. * Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Simply put - we power the future. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $199,700.00 - $292,800.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,500.00 - $260,500.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $102k-129k yearly est. 9d ago
  • Network Engineer, Operations and Support

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Saint Paul, MN job

    The broader Edge Network Services (ENS) organization designs, builds(deploys), and supports(operates) a network of 2B+ active users of Facebook platform, 1B+ active users from Messenger, 1B+ users from Instagram and 1B+ users from Whatsapp. The ENS organization is organized into three global groups: "ENS Global Edge & Backbone Deploy," "ENS Foundation," and "ENS Global Operations." Each group has global scope across the lifecycle of support.The ENS Operations Team exists "to operate the world's most available, efficient, and useful network." Whether it's our day to day management of hundreds of technicians working to repair and maintain Facebook's global infrastructure, targeted reliability initiatives, or evolving our digital systems to improve efficiency and manage business risk, our team is accountable. We provide the services to manage network operations across data center, backbone, subsea, and edge locations; and on-network and off-network CDN infrastructure.This role will be part of a team of operations engineers that automate what makes sense to approach "Zero Touch Operations" and enable improved efficiency and productivity of our team members and vendor field workforces. **Required Skills:** Network Engineer, Operations and Support Responsibilities: 1. Incident Response: Drive work investigating complex technical and process issues on a global scale spanning multiple reliability, security, and continuity disciplines for infrastructure spanning thousands of locations during major incidents/site events on edge, caching, and network infrastructure. This will require you to work closely and effectively with a variety of cross functional teams, managed service providers, and third-party vendor partners 2. Escalation Management: Participate in the global team's Tier 3 and 4 on-call rotation with the goal of routing issues as needed and understanding how processes or tooling might be improved, skills can be developed, or automation can be implemented to prevent the need to escalate similar issues in the future 3. Operational Leadership: As an operations practitioner within the team you will be expected to drive improvement in everything we do. In this role you will indirectly manage the activities of a large contingent workforce responsible for delivering road mapped projects and executing on recurring activities. You will drive standards across the network and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies 4. Risk Management and Assurance: Work internally and with upstream partner teams to ensure design, build, and operations aligns to applicable reliability, security, privacy, regulatory policy, and business continuity drivers 5. Information and Data Assurance: ensure relevant operational process, procedure, and policy documentation is effectively managed and the data required to support operations is complete and accurate in systems 6. Automation: Be heavily involved in driving the team to analyze operational events in order to identify new automation opportunities and help us achieve our goal of all faults in the network being fully remediated by software. This will include helping others understand our requirements and drive their roadmaps, but may include directly implementing light weight solutions in code 7. Data Measurement: As an operations practitioner supporting our network, you will be expected to drive quality into the metrics we report to assist us in focusing on the areas that give us the best return on investment. This could include measurement and analysis of our escalation issues, fault/event trends, infrastructure capacity, and vendor performance failures 8. Collaboration and Partnership: You will work closely on supporting our internal customers (Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Traffic, Logistics, Program Management) and vendors (IT asset disposal, and Hardware partners) and ensuring that their needs and issues are being addressed proactively across global sites 9. Roadmap Ownership and Strategy: Own the planning and execution of an organizational-level roadmap and strategy to deliver business outcomes 10. Technical Leadership: Provide root cause analysis and corrective action leadership to resolve all operational issues found across edge and backbone architectures and hardware platforms. You will be integral to identifying problems and implementing effective solutions across highly cross-functional infrastructure teams to include network engineering, logistics, supply chain, compliance, legal, software system engineering, and program management to scale with the rapid expansion of the Meta platform and customer base 11. Business Ownership: Represent the organization and manage interaction with third parties such as hardware, colocation, telecom carrier, and managed service partners 12. Project Leadership: Lead highly cross-functional infrastructure projects and programs in a matrix organization covering a range of areas (data center, production network, infrastructure, logistics, supply chain, compliance, legal, and software system engineering) 13. Communication: Communicate cross-functionally across various teams, organizations and internal and external stakeholders(Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Traffic, Logistics, Program Management, and hardware partners) to drive infrastructure operations development and management 14. Travel: International and Domestic travel may be required up to 15 percent **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 15. Operations Center Experience: Minimum of 7 years of direct leadership experience within a global Network Operations Center or IT Operations Center environment to manage Service Level Agreements and continuous improvement against metrics at scale 16. Network Protocol: Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, IPv4/v6, Border Gateway Protocol, Intermediate System to Intermediate System, Open Shortest Path First, and/or Multi-protocol Label Switching in complex troubleshooting scenarios. Cisco and Juniper Professional level or equivalent experience 17. CDN and Edge: Advanced knowledge in CDN & Network Services, peering network strategies, including topology, traffic analysis, linux operating systems, hardware platform, and architectures in complex troubleshooting scenarios 18. Repair Function: Minimum of 7 years of logical troubleshooting and physical repair with an understanding of physical infrastructure such as cable types, connector types, optic types, racks, patch panels, power/cooling, hardware components, and facilities infrastructure 19. Automation: Basic knowledge coding and automating in higher-level languages such as Python, Go, or JavaScript 20. Partnership: Experience successfully collaborating across a global team and with cross-functional partners(e.g. physical infrastructure & network design, engineering, strategy, security, policy, and legal) at all levels to include vendor service delivery managers, individual contributors, and people managers 21. Prioritization: Experience managing from the front to prioritize and drive the bigger mission forward by translating strategy into results 22. Network and Infrastructure Design: Minimum of 5 years of direct experience understanding and influencing network and infrastructure architectures to include constraint and dependency analysis and translating these into deployable and supportable solution requirements 23. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 24. Facility Experience: Working within varied infrastructure environments, such as colocation facilities, cable landing stations, ILAs, owned data centers, or corporate campuses. 25. Software Systems Design: Experience organizing and executing digital transformation initiatives at both the oversight and practitioner levels. 26. Vendor Partner Experience: Partnering to translate performance issues into improvement plans with enterprise and service provider vendors such as network hardware platforms(Cisco, Juniper, Ciena, Infinera, Nokia, and Arista), ITAD vendors, logistics vendors, and colocation vendors. 27. Data Design: Basic knowledge applying data-driven analysis and leveraging technologies like machine learning and predictive modeling algorithms to solve complex business problems. 28. Information Technology Functional Experience: Working within global network or infrastructure operations, deployment, design/engineering and/or support teams. 29. Professional Services: Experience with purchasing, negotiating and end-to-end supplier management, such as managing global RFPs and contract negotiations. 30. Risk and Assurance Management: Experience in operational compliance, physical & logical infrastructure security, and/or business continuity disciplines. 31. Business Metrics: Experience identifying key metrics/measures that will be used to evaluate success and validate the business impact of the program **Public Compensation:** $133,000/year to $190,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $133k-190k yearly 57d ago
  • Property Preservation Handy Man (Illinois) - Bloomington

    HP Preservation Service 4.9company rating

    Bloomington, MN job

    Location we are looking for illinois- Bloomington, Ford, Champaign, Dewit, Macon, Lodan, Tazewell, Peoria, Stark, Woodford, Marshall, Livingston, Mclean, Rockford Work opportunity for Property Preservation/REO Contractors Looking for property preservation vendors who meet the following requirements: 1) Experience to do standard preservation duties/tasks including the following work: a. Winterizations b. Lawn Maintenance c. Debris removal d. Lock Changes e. Initial Services (including sales clean) f. Boarding g. Prepare/Put property in Convey Condition h. General/Minor household repairs, etc. I. Ability to provide estimates on requested items for repair/replace 2) Must have own transportation 3) Must be detail oriented when reporting results in reports along with photos, bids, etc. 4) Meeting client's deadlines 5) Must have own equipment and have inventory of necessary HUD locks on hand, materials needed on regular basis, etc. PAY IS BASED ON YOUR BID AND AS PER ALLOWABLE LIST (NO DISCOUNT) Website: *************************** ***submit your details through this site***
    $54k-70k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Software Engineering Technical Lead, Go (Cilium)

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    The application window is expected to close on: December 18, 2025. NOTE: Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. NOTE: This role is US Remote role, but preference given to candidates located in the Eastern US time zone (ET). Meet the Team Isovalent, now part of Cisco, is the company founded by the creators of Cilium and eBPF. Cisco Isovalent builds open-source software and enterprise solutions solving networking, security, and observability needs for modern cloud native infrastructure. The flagship technology, Cilium, is the choice of numerous, industry-leading, global organizations. We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that every employee contributes to our success, and we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to deliver exceptional products and services. Your Impact Cisco Isovalent is seeking a skilled and experienced Software Engineer troubleshoot, mature and improve the reliability and scalability of Isovalent Products. You will be responsible for building and enhancing a Kubernetes-native control plane to provide seamless management of its network traffic, enabling scalable, secure, and resilient traffic management in cloud and hybrid enterprise environments. You will work with a highly collaborative and skilled team to build solutions that advance the next generation of networking and security in Kubernetes environments. What you'll do: * Developing high-quality Go and eBPF code for Cilium OSS and Enterprise, while following open source development principles and best practices. * Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance, reliability, and security issues in the control plane. * Design highly scalable solution to reliably run Cilium in very large environments. * Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and contribute to technical documentation. * Work and coordinate US and EMEA teams, ensuring alignment during East Coast business hours (EST/EDT). Minimum Qualifications * Bachelors Computer Science degree, or related fields * 4+ years of experience in Go, 2+ years of experience in C or eBPF * Experience with Kubernetes, Cloud Native workloads and/or distributed systems Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge about Linux systems design, security and/or networking, Linux kernel * Desire to write high quality and efficient code * Experience designing and implementing APIs * A public track record of open-source code commits is a plus Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $183,800.00 to $263,600.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $183,800.00 - $303,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $163,600.00 - $269,800.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $100k-123k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Technical Leader - Dataplane Engineering

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    The application window is expected to close on: December 18, 2025. NOTE: Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Note: This role is a Remote, US with preference given to candidates located in the San Jose, CA. Meet the Team Join the core Hypershield Data Plane team within Cisco's Security Business Group-an industry-first effort redefining how modern distributed security is built. We are engineering the data path for a highly available, AI-designed security fabric that protects applications across public clouds, private data centers, and physical environments. This team is building segmented firewalling directly in the data plane-a first-of-its-kind innovation not available elsewhere in the industry. Engineers on this team get end-to-end ownership of packet processing systems, deep exposure to DPUs (AMD), NPUs, and P4, and the opportunity to shape foundational architecture in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. If you want to work on the core of the data path, build something new, and learn deeply from day one-this is the place. Your Impact In this role, you will design, build, and optimize the data plane for Cisco Hypershield using C++, P4, and hardware offload technologies such as DPUs and NPUs. You'll work hands-on with AMD DPU specifications, packet processing pipelines, and performance-critical components from day one. Success in this role means operating in a fast-paced model-quickly absorbing the architecture, contributing to data-plane development immediately, and delivering reliable, high-performance code with minimal hand-holding. You will: * Design and implement data-plane features using P4, microcode, and C++ across DPU/NPU architectures. * Bring up hardware platforms, integrate SDKs, and debug low-level packet-processing behavior. * Work from AMD technical specifications to define and build performant pipelines. * Collaborate closely with internal teams (control plane, management plane, platform) to deliver end-to-end datapath functionality. * Drive system-level architecture discussions and influence design choices for high-throughput and low-latency packet processing. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. * 7+ years of experience in packet processing (e.g., DPDK, TCP reassembly, high-throughput pipelines). * Programming experience in C/C++ and experience with P4 or microcode/U-code development. * Experience bringing up platforms or ASICs in Linux-based environments. * Hands-on experience building or leveraging hardware acceleration with DPUs or NPUs. Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with AMD DPUs, Broadcom, Marvell, or Intel data-path hardware. * Deep understanding of P4 compiler behavior, pipeline stages, and programmable switch architecture. * Experience with performance analysis, tuning, and optimization of high-throughput systems. * Prior background in designing test harnesses, working with third-party SDKs, or hardware debug. * Experience owning features end-to-end in a distributed or high-availability networking product. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $183,800.00 to $263,600.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $183,800.00 - $303,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $163,600.00 - $269,800.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $102k-126k yearly est. 14d ago
  • Data Center Site Selection Manager

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Saint Paul, MN job

    Meta designs, builds, leases, and operates the most leading-edge and efficient data centers in the world. Locating, developing and managing this data center infrastructure the "right" way is synonymous with ensuring high uptime, capacity availability, flexibility and capital and operational cost efficiency. Facebook is seeking an experienced, organized, and collaborative Site Selection Manager to join the Data Center Site Selection team.We are seeking a Data Center Site Selection Manager who has extensive experience negotiating large, complex deals and an extensive knowledge of the legal agreements that accompany them. The Data Center Site Selection Manager should also have experience thinking both strategically and analytically, develop out-of-the box solutions and can navigate the challenges that accompany leasing projects and portfolios of large magnitude. **Required Skills:** Data Center Site Selection Manager Responsibilities: 1. Develop Meta's owned data center location strategy in assigned geography and manage the site selection effort for real estate, including partnering with teams focused on economic development incentives, energy and utilities, network connectivity, legal, policy, and financial considerations 2. Lead feasibility discussions and contract negotiations with service providers, property owners, economic development agencies, and utility companies 3. Negotiate letters of intent, land or building purchases, economic development incentives, water and sewer supply, and other site-specific agreements, support power negotiations 4. Partner with internal organizations including capacity planning, energy teams, data center design, construction, network engineering, legal, policy, communications and finance 5. Prepare project location recommendations and present to management for approval 6. Develop portfolio management metrics and tracking mechanisms and interact with external lease management companies 7. Maintain relationships with communities and service providers in support of Facebook's data center developments, monitor ongoing contractual commitments, and support the expansion of Facebook's existing data centers through the extension of existing agreements or the formation of new agreements 8. Travel domestically (50%+) **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 9. Bachelor's degree in Business, Civil Engineering, City Planning or related 10. 10+ years of experience in site selection and data center or other capital project or infrastructure development 11. Experience leading real estate negotiations including contract formation and contract negotiations 12. Experience at representing business interests to governments (state, county and local), utilities, potential suppliers, and other stakeholders 13. Experience managing large real estate development projects and coordinating with internal staff, consultants, vendors and external stakeholders 14. Experience communicating commercial, market and contractual details to all organizational levels 15. 2+ years of experience in Excel and PowerPoint and/or Keynote **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 16. Experience in hyperscale data center site selection or leasing negotiations **Public Compensation:** $188,000/year to $256,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $188k-256k yearly 23d ago
  • Production Support Technician IV (Onsite)

    Raytheon 4.6company rating

    Burnsville, MN job

    Country: United States of America Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: ********************************************************************************************** Security Clearance: None/Not Required Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. This job is for a Production Support Technician, covering the Air Data Sensors portfolio of products on 3rd shift. You will support the needs of the manufacturing floor in real time, helping to answer questions and remove barriers to production. You will also have opportunities to apply your advanced skills solving complex problems and adapting procedures, processes, and techniques. To be successful accomplishing tasks and goals in this position, you will need experience making sound, data driven decisions and taking calculated risks. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and career learning from senior professionals and following your individual development plan. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Identify, disposition, and help progress products that are non-conforming. Support manufacturing activities through the resolution of production problems, fabrication of complex hardware, equipment, and training. Self-manage workflow throughout area with minimal guidance, to achieve team goals. Estimate timeline of defect resolution or process enhancements. Identify and correct minor process, material, design, or equipment problems Actively participate in material review activities including troubleshooting of non- Conformances and disassembly of nonconforming products to identify root cause. Perform mid-level (moderately complex) testing or mechanical operations on production/repair hardware including troubleshooting to component level. Provide skill specific training to improve technique and/or understanding of theory of operation. Perform technical tasks based on written or verbal instructions. Utilize technical assets. Utilize microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro-optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment. Perform advanced troubleshooting, calibration or modification of hardware, fixtures, and software. Apply technical expertise in the Quality Escape evaluations, Help in development and maintenance of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions Assist in designing fixtures or mechanical parts. Provide technical solutions to engineering. Participate on safety initiatives. Provide accurate recording of time changes, test data. Parts usage, etc. This requires data interpretation. Generate reports from test results and communicate results or take immediate corrective action to assure proper disposition of items in question. Utilize multiple databases to create/use necessary information to provide information for decision making requiring judgment. Manage technical assets which requires support from personnel, outside sources, and other functional groups to complete tasks. Requisition, manage, and maintain technical assets. QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE: Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience 4+ years of experience as a production support technician. QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER: Strong mathematical skills Previous manufacturing work experience SAP experience Strong blueprint understanding SCHEDULE: 3rd Shift Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6AM-6:30PM WHAT WE OFFER BENEFITS Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program And more! Learn More & Apply Now! Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. The salary range for this role is $50,924 - $95,511. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
    $50.9k-95.5k yearly Auto-Apply 28d ago
  • Principal Mechanical Engineer

    Northrop Grumman 4.7company rating

    Plymouth, MN job

    RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support our Weapons Systems - Armament site in Plymouth, MN. We are a leading producer of medium and large-caliber tactical and training ammunition for U.S. and allied militaries. Northrop Grumman is at the forefront of developing new, advanced ammunition types that include armor penetration, airbursting, proximity-fuzed and guided munitions to enhance lethality and overmatch on the battlefield. Position Overview This position provides mechanical and production engineering support for development and fabrication of medium caliber ammunition. In general, as a member of an integrated product team, you will be providing mechanical engineering support and work direction to distributed manufacturing and test locations, investigating and solving design and manufacturing issues, developing and documenting manufacturing processes, coordinating efforts between internal functional groups, supporting manufacturing and ammunition testing, supporting communications with our customers, and providing support and oversight to material suppliers. This role will be focused on the mechanical design of the medium caliber ammunition being developed. Typical Duties (Including but not limited to) Conduct Failure Analysis and Corrective Actions to drive the rapid resolution of complex design issues. Provide mechanical design-to-production engineering support for the development of new and modification of existing medium caliber ammunition products Provide work direction and engineering support to our distributed manufacturing and test locations Assist in the resolution of complex manufacturing line process issues such as machining, metal finishing, painting, heat treating, general mechanical assembly, and test Research and evaluate commercially available tools and equipment to support manufacturing activities. Design and procure specialized tooling and fixtures. Develop new, and improve existing, manufacturing processes Develop task releases, get them approved and introduced into the manufacturing system Prepare for and support Build Readiness Reviews and Production Readiness Reviews Create test requests and support test readiness reviews Coordinate manufacturing efforts between internal functional disciplines including Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and Test. As the responsible agent for the product Technical Data Package, support the creation and release of Engineering Changes (concept through final release). Provide Engineering disposition on tooling and gage changes from internal and external sources Provide Engineering disposition on non-conforming product from internal and external sources Provide Engineering approval on proposed process changes from internal and external sources Create, publish, review and maintain all necessary documentation required for new and existing manufacturing programs. Manufacturing work instructions Manufacturing bills of material and build lists TDP reviews for correctness and completeness Ensure appropriate documentation is in Configuration Management system Monitor In-Process Testing and Lot Acceptance Testing for compliance to performance specification requirements. Assist in the preparation of engineering and program proposals Assist in the preparation of and participate in customer meetings and program reviews Travel up to about 10% Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar STEM discipline plus 5 years of relevant experience in engineering. Or master's degree plus 3 years of relevant engineering experience. Ability to guide successful completion of significant tasks and provide some work direction, mentoring, and coordination of other technical team members. Some experience working and communicating with customers, program management, and engineering management Technical understanding of mechanical mechanisms, electromechanical mechanisms, manufacturing processes, metal fabrication, and standard assembly processes. Applies knowledge of engineering and scientific methods, theories and research techniques in the disciplined investigation and solution of technical problems. The person filling this position must be able to work with a wide variety of multi-discipline people, in remote settings, interact with them frequently, building strong trusting relationships. Experience and proficiency in working with multiple projects. Self-motivated to start and complete quality work Strong communication skills, written and verbal Strong computer skills in Microsoft Suite, including MS Project. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain a U.S. government secret level security clearance As a responsible party to ATF, obtain coverage under Safe Explosive Act as employee possessor/responsible person upon starting. Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with metal coatings and heat treatments Familiarity and experience with energetic materials typically found in medium caliber ammunition Familiarity and experience with the manufacture and test of medium caliber ammunition Ability to read drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Experience working at a site compliant with AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, or equivalent Primary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
    $98.9k-148.3k yearly Auto-Apply 15d ago
  • Manager Test Engineering 2

    Northrop Grumman 4.7company rating

    Plymouth, MN job

    RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Bring your experience to Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Plymouth, MN. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to support our Armament Systems Business Unit. The Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) sector designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures. Position Summary and Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of 8 to 12 engineers responsible for research, design, integration, and validation of Test Equipment and test processes for development and production programs covering several business units and sectors. Management responsibilities include technology development, talent development, staffing, workload planning, process improvement, capital and expense budgets, software tool planning and management, and accountability for team performance. The Special Test Equipment (STE) Manager will utilize their emotional intelligence to lead, coach, motivate and direct a high performing engineering team to accomplish project deliverables and strategic objectives, drive timely decision making, and maintain development and succession plans for team members. The STE Manager has full working knowledge of procedures and practices. Direct work involvement is required to oversee projects and tasks assigned to the organizational group. Responsible for the integration of the techniques of Design for Testability into all new products, as well as the product test strategy for the prototype builds and full-rate production. Initiate continuous improvement activities to create high quality and efficient processes. Improve planning, execution, and tracking methods to increase engineering process excellence. Utilizes expertise in decision-making and project selection to identify efficiency initiatives that offer a higher return on investment (ROI). Increase the understanding and use of standardization strategy, kaizen, 8-D problem solving, and lessons learned. Lead recruiting efforts to build and maintain team capabilities. Ensure appropriate technical staffing, hiring plans, and staff development are coordinated & aligned with Engineering and Program Management. Support technology growth through identification of potential innovations, technology roadmap modifications, and proposal preparation. Present deliverables at program technical reviews, proposal reviews, or other technical meetings. Basic Qualifications: BS degree in Physics, Electrical or Computer Engineering or closely related STEM field of study. 10+ years of experience or Masters of science degree in Engineering plus 8 years of experience. Must have at least 6 years of proven experience in Special test equipment related jobs linked to development and/or production testing using Automated Test Equipment (ATE), In-Circuit testing (ICT), and functional Design Validation Testing (DVT), circuit card level and fully assembled product testing. Minimum of 2 years of experience in leading cross-functional technical teams. Demonstrated experience in leading personnel, including high performance and experienced engineers. US Citizenship Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance. Experience in cost estimating task as well as authoring and approving Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for Proposals. Multi-disciplinary engineering experience desired. Electrical, software, mechanical. Familiarity or experience with development of test fixtures for products to simulate real world environments. Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) across all levels of the organization. Proven partnership/collaboration skills and ability to partner with cross disciplines. Preferred Qualifications: Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is highly desired. Experience in military, space or medical product development, transition from Technology Development to Early Manufacturing Development (EMD), and Rate Production and product life-cycle engineering. Advanced level of understanding in a specialized electrical engineering field or general understanding of several diverse electrical engineering disciplines. Some experience in Project and Cost Account management techniques using Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Familiarity or experience with RF and MMW radar testing processes LabVIEW and Test Stand programming experience. Object Oriented Programming (OOP) is a plus. Knowledge in Electrical and Functional Testers with: Interfaces, Pneumatic Systems, Communication protocols, PXI and GPIB instruments test platforms (Vision Systems is a plus) Demonstrated history of technical progression leading to engineering leadership position. Experience in program leadership. Experience with the design and developing PWB layouts is a plus. Primary Level Salary Range: $149,400.00 - $224,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
    $149.4k-224k yearly Auto-Apply 37d ago
  • Distinguished Engineer - Spark Infrastructure Architecture

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. Meet the Team: Our Distinguished Engineer team drives architecture and technical direction for Splunk's $3.5B platform, ingesting petabytes of data for over 95% of the Fortune 100. As a tight-knit group of DEs reporting to the VP of Architecture, we operate autonomously while coordinating closely on practical, durable solutions that evolve the platform for future requirements. Each DE owns cross-organizational domains that shift fluidly as needs arise. Work alongside exceptionally smart engineers who value rigorous thinking and friendly collaboration-this is where the technical future gets defined! Impact: Architect and operationalize Spark at scale as a core component of Cisco Data Fabric, enabling customers to access and analyze exponentially more data across diverse organizational sources. Build resilient, always-on infrastructure with automatic retry logic, fault tolerance, and seamless integration across myriad data sources and formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and modern table formats. Design the operational backbone-monitoring, observability, error handling, and horizontal scalability-that enables hundreds of engineers to build features confidently on solid foundations. Establish architectural patterns and support mechanisms that ensure high availability while maintaining performance at petabyte scale. Success is measured by customer adoption of data fabric capabilities and operational reliability metrics-uptime, ingestion performance, and incident reduction-that directly impact customer value. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 15+ years of related experience; or Master's with 12+ years; or PhD with 8+ years or equivalent experience * Designed and deployed production Spark deployments at scale in cloud environments * Experience with modern data formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and related table/columnar formats * Production experience with AWS cloud platform * Led technical decisions and architectural direction across engineering organizations of 50+ engineers Preferred Qualifications: * Production experience with Azure and/or GCP cloud platforms * Experience integrating with diverse data platforms such as Snowflake, Pinot, Databricks, Trino, or similar systems * Extensive Kubernetes experience in production environments * Proven track record mentoring and growing engineers, with strong collaboration skills across sponsors, design, product management, and engineering teams Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $273,200.00 - $442,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $267,600.00 - $390,300.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $101k-125k yearly est. 14d ago
  • Senior Technical Product Marketing Manager - AI Data Center Networking Infrastructure

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Minneapolis, MN

    The application window is expected to close on 12/19/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Remote United States Meet the Team As AI accelerates innovation, data centers are evolving to handle the exponential growth in workloads, requiring advanced infrastructure, greater efficiency, and cutting-edge technologies like GPUs and high-performance networks. This transformation demands agility, scalability, and creativity, especially in how we communicate these advancements to the world. As a member of the Cisco Data Center Networking Product Marketing team you will partner across Cisco's larger marketing organization, primarily with the integrated marketing team, business unit team, and sales team to execute against our global strategy. Your Impact * As a Product Marketing Manager for Cisco switching infrastructure products, you will create compelling messaging, positioning, and marketing content to support joint data center switching and solutions with technology partners that will help customers democratize AI infrastructure and accelerate adoption. * Collaborate with technology partners to develop and execute product marketing plans. * Create messaging and positioning to guide marketing campaigns and accelerate sales efforts. * Lead marketing asset development (e.g., website, videos, solution overviews, blogs, presentations, infographics, etc.). * Develop domain expertise on Cisco data center switches * Serve as a trusted marketing source, contributor and author while collaborating with the wider marketing team on go-to-market and demand generation activities. * Develop customer facing presentations that reflect customers care about and use cases for your solution. * Enjoy working in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional organization. * Present to both internal and external audiences at conferences, events, and for analyst engagement. * We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our fast-paced, culture-first marketing team-someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces change, and is passionate about driving impactful campaigns in the ever-evolving technology landscape. * Messaging mastery: You have an outstanding ability to explain value and benefits derived from technical concepts to all types of audiences. * Experience in articulating the value/benefits of technical concepts in the context of solving customer problems or business challenges. * A domain expert in security, securing data center infrastructure , and secure workloads * Expertise in any of these categories a plus: data center and data center fabric architectures and technologies, generative AI, large language models, use cases and associated topics shaping AI, hyperconverged and converged infrastructure, virtualization, Kubernetes, containerization, configuration and automation tools. * Deep audience knowledge: You are a quick study, committed to knowing your ecosystem, markets, industries, buyers and competition better than anyone. * Demonstrated ability to execute on assigned projects with minimal direction, exercise sound business and organizational judgment, and collaborate with team members at all levels across a highly matrixed organization. Minimum Qualifications * 10+ years of experience in a Product Marketing/Management roles, marketing IT infrastructure, or data center solutions at technology companies * Bachelor's degree in marketing, information systems, technology, or related field * A domain expert in security, securing data center infrastructure, and secure workloads * Expertise in any of these categories a plus: data center and data center fabric architectures and technologies, generative AI, large language models, use cases and associated topics shaping AI, hyperconverged and converged infrastructure, virtualization, Kubernetes, containerization, configuration and automation tools. * Understanding of and experience in leading product marketing for security solutions, switching infrastructure, data center solutions or adjacent infrastructure and networking domains * Expertise in developing and executing demand generation, content marketing, and digital marketing strategies * You are willing to travel as needed, up to 15% envisioned. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $191,400.00 to $281,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $191,400.00 - $323,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $176,100.00 - $287,900.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $92k-114k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert

    Meta Platforms, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Rosemount, MN job

    Meta is seeking a Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. Our data centers serve as the foundation upon which our systems operate to meet the demands of our customers. The Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will be a part of the Facility Operations team and will lead and manage a team of mechanical SMEs who are the data center mechanical system technical operations experts. The candidate will need to have a broad understanding of mechanical system and equipment function and will be responsible for procedure-based mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, training, and project oversight. The Lead Mechanical Subject Matter Expert will need to be experienced in diverse technologies such as chiller systems, evaporative cooling, DX cooling, water distribution and treatment, emergency diesel generators, and fire suppression systems, and have a working knowledge of building automation systems and electrical distribution. In addition to technical experience, this candidate will be equipped with leadership and management skills that will be essential for team alignment to global strategies. Minimum Qualifications * 8+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience * Bachelor's degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 8+ year mechanical industry experience * 3+ years in team management * Experience with critical facility operations, including procedure-based work * In-depth understanding of mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings, psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles, and electrical and life safety monitoring and control systems used in critical environments * Experience in interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings * Proven experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams * Proficiency in computer systems, including document management, spreadsheets, and email Preferred Qualifications * Equipment field service engineering experience * Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical (HVAC) * 7+ years experience in a data center or other critical environment Responsibilities * Hire, develop, mentor, and manage an onsite team of mechanical subject matter experts, including performance and HR aspects * Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical team and applicable local and global teams * Serve as an onsite technical/consultative resource on mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with emphasis on practical/field application * Contribute to mechanical safety program for site * Plan, resource, author or approve work packages to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and system risk * Support the full lifecycle of work management responsibilities for mechanical systems including work planning, approval, execution, and closeout * Conduct or manage hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment * Manage mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including change control processes * Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activity Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise, specifically mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment * Ongoing monitoring of mechanical systems health, identifying potential issues and implementing corrective actions to prevent equipment failures and ensure continuous operation * Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/water equipment/systems and procedures * Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work * Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global mechanical system design improvements * Travel expectations: Can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training/onboarding and then ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, etc About Meta Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics. Equal Employment Opportunity Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form.
    $96k-142k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Senior Applied AI Scientist

    Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Cisco Systems, Inc. job in Saint Paul, MN

    Meet the Team Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment. Your Impact * Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events. * Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale. * Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact. * Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes. * Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans. Minimum Qualifications: * PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience. * Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling. * Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) * Experience translating research ideas into production systems. Preferred Qualifications: * Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models. * Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data. * Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights. * Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty. * Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy. * MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models. * Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Simply put - we power the future. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: * 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco * Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees * Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) * 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next * Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members * Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: * .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; * 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; * 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and * Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $199,700.00 - $292,800.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,500.00 - $260,500.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
    $102k-129k yearly est. 9d ago
  • Senior Product Marketing Manager- Multicloud Infrastructure

    Cisco 4.8company rating

    Cisco job in Minneapolis, MN

    Remote United States The application window is expected to close on 12/12/25 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco Security & Infrastructure seeks a Product Marketing Manager with deep technical expertise, marketing insights and phenomenal storytelling skills in virtualization and containerization platforms to drive go-to-market strategy for next-generation multicloud infrastructure solutions that bridge traditional and modern application environments. We're global, adaptable, diverse and our portfolio is as extensive as it is groundbreaking. Join an enterprise security and infrastructure leader with a start-up culture, committed to driving innovation and impact. Your Impact You'll be the critical bridge between engineering innovation and market success, translating complex infrastructure capabilities into compelling value propositions. This role demands someone who can engage with enterprise architects on technical transformation challenges while crafting strategic narratives that resonate with C-level executives facing infrastructure modernization decisions. You are primarily responsible for external-facing activities ensuring your product's market success and understanding key industry trends and your customers' struggles. You will work closely with sales, campaigns, and customer success teams to ensure your product positioning resonates with target customers, driving product visibility, adoption, and overall success. Key Responsibilities: * Develop Go-to-Market Strategy for new and existing products: Develop and execute the GTM strategy for hybrid infrastructure solutions, identifying adoption patterns, use cases, target markets and customer segments operating across virtualized and containerized environments * Customer-Centric Product Evolution: Engage directly with early adopters and design partners to understand infrastructure pain points, application dependencies, and operational requirements. Transform these insights into product requirements and positioning that addresses real-world hybrid cloud scenarios * Develop Core Product Positioning, Messaging, and Differentiators: Craft compelling and consistent positioning and messaging around the differentiators that align with the overall product strategy and resonate with customers and partners. Work with inbound product management, engineering, and the field to identify and articulate the outstanding value propositions of Cisco Infrastructure and Security products, ensuring they are communicated and understood by the target audiences. Passionately represent the voice of our customers to internal teams. * Enable Sales and Partners: Develop content for collateral, product training, and other resources for direct sales teams and partner organizations. Engage directly with sales and customers to understand changing needs. Attend industry events. Serve as subject matter expert. * Conduct Market Research: Continuously analyze the market and customer feedback to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats. Conduct meticulous competitive analysis to ensure the product is positioned successfully. * Influence Partners, including Executives: Use excellent communication skills for effective engagement. Demonstrate your strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mentality to make product and marketing recommendations. Define and monitor metrics to assess GTM success. Minimum Qualifications: * 10+ years in enterprise infrastructure/platform technology with at least 5 years in product marketing or technical product management * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent technical experience * Hands-on experience with both VMware vSphere/ESXi and Kubernetes/OpenShift environments * Proven track record working with enterprise customers on infrastructure modernization initiatives * Deep understanding of application architectures, infrastructure dependencies, and platform integration challenges Preferred Qualifications: * Direct experience with infrastructure transformation and application modernization projects * Knowledge of specific technologies: vMotion, Storage vMotion, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, persistent volumes, and CNI plugins * Understanding of enterprise concerns: compliance, data gravity, licensing optimization, and TCO modeling * Experience with related technologies: Tanzu, Anthos, AWS Outposts, Azure Arc * Experience presenting to business and technical audiences at conferences like KubeCon, VMworld, or Red Hat Summit * Experience speaking publicly to an executive-level audience * Product marketing experience * MBA * Strong project execution skills, attention to detail, and a risk-mitigation mentality * Self-motivation and partnership a strive to find new and innovative solutions * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills in customer-facing roles * Ability to lead and influence via persuasion, perseverance, and energy to drive consensus across functions and teams * Collaboration with internal and external partners Critical Success Factors: * Anticipate customer objections around platform compatibility, performance considerations, and operational complexity * Build trust with skeptical infrastructure teams who've experienced failed transformation initiatives * Create compelling business cases that justify infrastructure investments * Navigate complex enterprise procurement cycles with multiple stakeholders * Balance technical accuracy with accessible storytelling The ideal candidate thinks like an architect, communicates like a strategist, and executes like an entrepreneur. You should be equally comfortable discussing technical issues with an SRE team or presenting TCO analysis to a CFO. **Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. **Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $196,000.00 to $247,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: + 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) + 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next + Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members + Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $196,000.00 - $284,100.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,000.00 - $252,100.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
    $196k-284.1k yearly 22d ago
  • Distinguished Engineer - AI Infrastructure Architecture

    Cisco 4.8company rating

    Cisco job in Minneapolis, MN

    Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back. **Meet the Team** Our Distinguished Engineer team drives architecture and technical direction for Splunk's $3.5B platform, ingesting petabytes of data for over 95% of the Fortune 100. As a tight-knit group of DEs reporting to the VP of Architecture, we operate autonomously while coordinating closely on practical, durable solutions that evolve the platform for future requirements. Each DE owns cross-organizational domains that shift fluidly as needs arise. Work alongside exceptionally smart engineers who value rigorous thinking and friendly collaboration-this is where the technical future gets defined! **Impact:** Architect and operationalize AI infrastructure as a core component of Cisco Data Fabric, enabling engineering teams to integrate AI capabilities across the world's largest, most diverse data sets. Design MLOps platforms that solve complex lifecycle challenges-managing embedding model migrations, version compatibility, and continuous model updates-while ensuring operational excellence through monitoring, governance, and serving at petabyte scale. Identify and drive new opportunities for leveraging AI across the stack, establishing consistent architectural patterns for agent prompts, tool integration, and model orchestration. Build data pipelines and operational frameworks that enable hundreds of engineers to confidently deploy both LLMs and traditional ML models into production. Success is measured by customer adoption and usage of AI-powered features, alongside operational metrics-model performance, inference latency, and deployment velocity-that directly impact customer value. **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 15+ years of related experience; or Master's with 12+ years; or PhD with 8+ years or equivalent experience + Designed and deployed AI/ML infrastructure and features in production cloud environments + Experience with major AI services including OpenAI, Anthropic, HuggingFace, AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI Service, or similar platforms + Production experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud platform + Led technical decisions and architectural direction across engineering organizations of 50+ engineers **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience with LLM-specific infrastructure including agent frameworks, prompt management, and tool integration + Model serving at scale with experience in inference optimization and performance monitoring + Designed and deployed AI/ML infrastructure for on-premises environments + Experience with major ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.) and model formats + Proven track record mentoring and growing engineers, with strong collaboration skills **Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. **Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: + 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, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) + 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next + Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members + Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $273,200.00 - $442,600.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $267,600.00 - $390,300.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
    $101k-125k yearly est. 14d ago

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