Engineering Project Specialist

Who We Are

The name ThousandEyes was born from two big ideas: the power to see things not ordinarily possible and the ability to collect insights from a multitude of vantage points. As the world continues its digital transformation and relies more on cloud services and the Internet, the “network,” which is now both public and private, has become a black box our customers cannot see or understand.  

Our Internet and cloud intelligence platform delivers the only collectively powered real-time view of the Internet and private networks, cloud, and SaaS platforms, helping enterprises and service providers identify problems before they impact revenue, damage brand reputation, or halt employee productivity. 

In August 2020, Cisco Systems completed the acquisition of ThousandEyes, which now forms the ThousandEyes Business Unit within the Cisco Networking Business Group and is the Network Assurance solution for Cisco across the Cisco Networking Cloud and Cisco Security Cloud. ThousandEyes is also a foundational component of Cisco’s growing Full-Stack Observability (“FSO”) business. 

About The Role

This hybrid role requires the team member to be present in our San Francisco office at least three days a week. You will work closely with Engineering, Tech Recruiting, and other teams on topics related to the interests of the Engineering org. Team members may vary per project but include the ThousandEyes Engineering leadership team, program management team, and Employee Experience Teams.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate Special Projects: Work closely with Engineering leaders on various special projects, ensuring successful execution and alignment with team goals.
• Organize and Support Events: Plan and support team events, including boot camps for new hires, brown bag sessions, and Tech Talks, fostering a collaborative and engaging environment.
• Support Key Projects and Strategies: Assist in driving key Engineering projects and strategies to facilitate rapid and sustainable growth.
• Coordinate with Cross-Functional Teams: Liaise with HR, Recruiting, and other departments to streamline the employee onboarding experience and ensure cohesive project execution.
• Manage Project Milestones: Identify business requirements, plan project milestones, timelines, and resources, and follow up on issues and dependencies with key stakeholders.
• Partner on Company-Wide Initiatives: Collaborate with other teams on broad initiatives and events, contributing to the overall company culture and objectives.
• Oversee Onboarding Programs: Lead the onboarding program for new hires and manage lifecycle programs for the ThousandEyes Engineering team.
• Maintain Project Management Data: Create and manage project plans, action item lists, and spreadsheets to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of project progress.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Project Specialist, Project Manager, or similar positions. Experience with onboarding programs is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office and Google Workspace
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Google slides

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Engineering teams
• Experience with Engineering branding

Cisco values the perspectives and skills that emerge from employees with diverse backgrounds. That's why Cisco is expanding the boundaries of discovering top talent by not only focusing on candidates with educational degrees and experience but also placing more emphasis on unlocking potential. We believe that everyone has something to offer and that diverse teams are better equipped to solve problems, innovate, and create a positive impact.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. Not all strong candidates will meet every single qualification. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups are more prone to experiencing imposter syndrome and doubting the strength of their candidacy. We urge you not to prematurely exclude yourself and to apply if you're interested in this work.

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