Description
Product Manager – Networking/Hardware
Location: Raanana
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DriveNets is a leader in high-scale disaggregated networking solutions. Founded in 2015, DriveNets modernizes the way service providers, cloud providers and hyperscalers build networks. Supporting the largest network in the world, more than half of AT&T’s backbone traffic is running on DriveNets’ Network Cloud open disaggregated architecture. Raising $587 million in three funding rounds, DriveNets is disrupting the networking market from high-scale architecture to AI platforms and is bringing onboard the most talented people. We are seeking people that want to make an impact on the world’s leading communication networks and are experienced in networking architecture or AI infrastructure solutions.
THE ROLE
As a Product Manager Hardware, you will play a crucial role in driving the development and lifecycle management of our networking products, specifically focusing on high end systems, chassis and router/white box hardware components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, sales, and contract manufacturing to deliver industry-leading solutions that exceed customer expectations and drive business growth.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Hardware Product Manager to join our dynamic team.
In this role, you will be responsible for the development, management, and successful launch of innovative hardware products.
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to drive product strategy and execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Strategy:
Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap.
Conduct market research to identify customer needs and trends.
Analyze competitive landscape and drive product positioning.
Product Development:
Collaborate with engineering and design teams to develop product specs and prototypes.
Manage the product lifecycle from conception to launch, ensuring timely delivery.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Liaise with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies.
Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing partners for product fulfillment.
Customer Focus:
Gather and prioritize customer feedback to inform product enhancements.
Monitor product performance post-launch and implement improvements as needed.
Reporting and Analysis:
Track product metrics and KPIs to assess success and identify areas for growth.
Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders to update on product progress.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.
- [5]+ years of experience in product management or related roles, with a focus on hardware.
- Strong experience in large systems technologies defnition (chassis design, PCB, fans, power supplies, certifications, homologation)
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies is a plus.
Top Skills
What We Do
DriveNets is a rapidly growing software company that has created a radical new way for service providers and hyperscalers to build their networking infrastructure. DriveNets Network Cloud and DriveNets Network Cloud-AI are new innovative networking solutions that apply the cloud architectural approach to high-scale networking. They bring together the scalability of standard Ethernet Clos architecture with the high performance and reliability of service provider networking, delivering optimal networking performance, scale and cost structure for service providers and hyperscalers.
Founded by Ido Susan and Hillel Kobrinsky, two successful telco entrepreneurs, DriveNets Network Cloud is the leading open disaggregated networking solution based on cloud-native software running over standard white boxes.
Over three funding rounds, DriveNets raised $587 million. Its solutions are used by tens of service providers globally and are in proof-of-concept and lab trials at dozens of operators and hyperscalers, consistently ranking #1 in trials for breadth of capabilities and solution quality. AT&T, the largest backbone in the US, deployed DriveNets Network Cloud across its core network, and DriveNets is currently transporting more than 52% of AT&T’s core network traffic. DriveNets is engaged with over 100 Tier-1 operators and cloud-providers on large projects in North America, Asia and Europe.
