Principal PLM Automation

Principal PLM Automation

  

This role has been designed as ‘’Onsite’ with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

   

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager to drive the strategy and execution of our next-generation SDN network controller for wide area networks (WANs). This role will focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies like MPLS, Segment Routing (SR), and SRv6 to deliver innovative solutions that optimize network performance, automation, and service agility for our customers. You will be the product champion, working closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and customers to define and deliver a world-class SDN WAN controller that meets the needs of networks that are built for the AI era. This job requires collaboration with teams located all over the world so flexibilty is required,  you are not expected to work 24/7 but some days you need to work with colleagues in time zones 9 hours east and some days with colleagues in time zones 9 hours west, you need to be able to work it out and manage your own time. 

Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy and Roadmap:
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap aligned with market needs and company objectives.
  • Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
  • Define product vision, strategy, and go-to-market plans.
• Requirements Definition and Prioritization:
  • Gather and analyze customer requirements, market trends, and technical feasibility to define detailed product specifications.
  • Prioritize features and functionalities based on business value, customer impact, and technical feasibility.
  • Create and maintain product backlog and user stories.
• Product Development and Launch:
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure timely and high-quality product development.
  • Lead product launches, including defining launch plans, creating marketing materials, and conducting customer training.
  • Work closely with UX/UI designers to ensure a user-friendly and intuitive product experience.
• Lifecycle Management:
  • Monitor product performance and gather customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
  • Manage product lifecycle, including feature enhancements, bug fixes, and end-of-life planning.
  • Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Develop a deep understanding of SDN, MPLS, SR, and SRv6 technologies.
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies related to WAN networking.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with sales, marketing, and support teams to ensure product success.
  • Communicate product vision and strategy to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build strong relationships with customers and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in4 product management, preferably in the networking industry.
• Strong understanding of Routing, SDN, MPLS, SR, and SRv6 technologies.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex software products.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Experience with network automation and orchestration is mandatory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Juniper Networks products and technologies.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and containerization.
• Experience with REST APIs and network programmability.

Additional Skills: