Senior Product Line Manager

Shape the Future of Next-Generation Networking

Are you passionate about defining innovative networking solutions that solve complex challenges for leading communications providers and enterprise customers worldwide?

We are looking for an experienced Product Line Manager - IP Networking Solutions to drive the strategy, vision, and growth of a portfolio of advanced networking products. This is a highly influential role that combines technology leadership, customer engagement, and business strategy.

You will work closely with Engineering, Product Development, Sales, Marketing, and customers to shape product direction, identify market opportunities, and bring innovative solutions to market. If you enjoy translating customer needs into product strategy and driving measurable business impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management of a portfolio of IP networking solutions and applications.
• Define and drive the long-term vision for the product portfolio, balancing customer needs, market opportunities, and business objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in advanced IP networking technologies.
• Partner closely with Engineering and Product Development teams to define product requirements and deliver successful product releases.
• Engage directly with customers, partners, and sales teams to gather feedback, validate requirements, and influence product priorities.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies, product positioning, and go-to-market plans.
• Support strategic customer engagements, including RFx responses, technical presentations, solution demonstrations, and executive discussions.
• Translate market and customer requirements into clear product requirements and use cases.
• Lead competitive analysis and market research activities to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.
• Drive pilot programs and proof-of-concept initiatives, incorporating customer insights into future product enhancements.
• Create product collateral, including solution briefs, presentations, datasheets, and application notes.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management, Product Marketing, Systems Engineering, Solution Architecture, or a related role within the networking or telecommunications industry.
• Strong expertise in carrier-grade IP networking technologies, including:
• IP/MPLS
• Segment Routing (SR)
• Traffic Engineering
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPN Services
• Multicast Networking
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively with global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to assess technical and business trade-offs related to scalability, performance, functionality, and cost.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support customers and business initiatives.

Preferred

• MBA or equivalent business qualification.
• Experience working with service providers, telecommunications operators, or large-scale enterprise networking environments.
• Experience defining product strategy and successfully launching new products or features.

Why This Opportunity?

• Influence the direction of advanced networking solutions used by customers around the world.
• Play a key role in shaping product strategy and investment decisions.
• Work closely with customers, industry experts, and senior stakeholders.
• Combine deep technical expertise with business leadership and market strategy.
• Be part of a collaborative global team driving innovation in the networking industry.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market considerations