Senior Product Line Manager (Data Center Hardware)

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We  believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Job Description

Who You’ll Work With

Work closely with peers across Product Management, Program Management, TME, Product and Solution Marketing, Engineering (HW and SW), Customer Engineering, Sales Leadership and other cross functional groups to develop and deliver a strategy and execution plan for Arista’s data center products.

What You’ll Do

Arista Networks has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Product Line Manager (PLM) who has a passion for data center solutions to join our growing team. The ideal PLM candidate will be passionate and experienced in defining product road maps, calibrating the go-to-market strategy and conceptualizing development opportunities within the enterprise and DC sectors. The Product Manager will be responsible for delivering data center products and solutions for Arista’s leaf and spine family of switches, both fixed and modular. This key position will report to and work in close collaboration with the Sr. Director/GM of Product Management, to drive new data center product initiatives for Arista. They will be responsible for providing direct input on new products and solutions, to drive Arista’s business and growth by applying their proven product management skills.

• Apply knowledge and experience to develop product proposals, solution roadmaps, pricing, forecasting and GTM plans.
• Analyze technology and market trends and understand key customer requirements to define and drive product strategies to capitalize on these trends.
• Represent Arista at customer briefings, sales meetings, technology and sales partner meetings, webinars, trade shows in addition to other internal and external forums.
• Ensure launch and release readiness with appropriate cross-functional organizations including developing Marketing Collateral, ensuring Channel Readiness, executing on Early Field Programs and Sales Programs, and participation in appropriate events to increase product awareness.
• Develop value propositions within the DC segment.
• Coordinate all aspects of product launch and go-to-market including industry briefings and talks.
• Communicate effectively with sales teams and customers on a regular cadence.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to guide product planning
• Define, track, interpret, and report on key product success metrics

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience desired.
• 5 to 8 years of overall experience with at least 4 years in product management.
• Background in systems design, network architecture or Technical Support (TAC).
• Skills need to include product management of a line of systems supporting DC and enterprise deployments.
• Experience with enterprise routing and switching.
• Experience with leaf-spine topologies and general AI deployments.
• Strong leadership skills to influence and drive multiple teams towards a common vision.
• Strong analytical skills and a natural predisposition towards data-driven decision making.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas to sales, customers and partners.
• Demonstrate experience creating product specifications, PRDs, datasheets, slide decks and other collateral.
• Performing competitive analysis and/or market research.

Additional Information

Compensation Information 

The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of $135,000 to $180,000. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.

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Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer.  Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.