Sr. Director - Switch Software Product Management

Job Req ID: 29068

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
 

Job Summary:

As Senior Director of Networking Switch Software Product Management at Supermicro, you will own and groom the end-to-end SONiC-based Switch software roadmap, lead industry forums to promote Supermicro’s SONiC networking switch software position, and create differentiated product strategies that set us apart from the competition. You will proactively engage with customers to capture emerging needs for networking switch software, drive follow-up, and deliver executive-level updates and briefing meetings that strengthen strategic relationships. This role serves as the bridge between customer requirements, SONiC technical innovation, and business growth, ensuring Supermicro delivers cutting-edge networking switch software that powers next-generation data center infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in networking switch software product management, with deep knowledge of SONiC, network switches, routing protocols, SDN, automation, and large-scale data center infrastructure deployments.
• Proven track record leading SONiC or equivalent networking switch software roadmaps and successfully differentiating products in highly competitive markets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead SONiC industry forums, influence open-source standards, and represent a company at the executive level.
• Strong customer engagement skills with experience conducting executive briefings and translating complex networking switch software concepts into business value.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

• Thought leadership and active contributions to the SONiC open-source community and networking industry organizations.
• Strong business acumen and ability to link SONiC networking switch software roadmaps to revenue growth and competitive advantage.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment.
• Experience with large-scale SONiC deployments in hyperscale/cloud customer environments.

Salary Range

$261,000 - $300,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs. 

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.