Software Product Manager, Arista Networks
CloudVision
$142-193k
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
Data-driven cloud networking
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Data-driven cloud networking
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$142-193k
Office located in Santa Clara, CA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To design, manufacture and deliver leading data-driven cloud networking solutions in an environmentally and socially sustainable manner.
Role
Who you are
- At least Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent Bachelor degree required
- 10-12 years of experience in the networking industry
- Strong preference for at least 5 years as a product manager or technical marketing engineer. Prior experience could also include software engineering, systems engineering, or similar roles
- Industry / technology expertise is required in the following areas: network management and operations, data center trends and technologies, network orchestration and automation systems, network platform offerings and solutions from industry vendors. Routing, switching, VxLAN/MPLS/network virtualization knowledge is preferred but not required
- Expert technical knowledge is required in several of the following areas: Network management platforms for enterprise users, UI/UX user experience workflows, automation techniques, DevOps platforms (Ansible, etc), APIs (JSON, gRPC etc.), scripting (Python, etc.). General knowledge is preferred in the following areas: Ethernet, VLANs, IP routing, TCP/IP, Multicast, Protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF, PIM, IGMP; etc.)
- Expert knowledge on or more of the following enterprise use-cases is required: Data Center, Cloud, Campus/Branch
- Knowledge of SaaS application offerings, including public cloud platforms and associated networking environments, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform is preferred
- Network design level expertise in the following use-cases: private and public cloud data centers, service provider data center, Internet routing, IP storage, financial networks, high-performance computing (HPC), enterprise networks
- Ability to write extensive technical content (white papers, technical briefs, test reports, etc.) for external audiences with a balance of technical accuracy, strategy, and clear messaging
- Ability to build extensive technical slide decks in PowerPoint, with technical accuracy, strategy, and clear messaging
- Ability to comfortably present in front of internal and external audiences (large and small)
- In some cases, exposure to product financials including licensing and modelling can be valuable
- If you are passionate about working on next generation cloud networking solutions and being a part of the fastest growing network company in the industry, then come join Arista!
What the job involves
- Arista Networks is seeking a candidate to perform product management responsibilities for the CloudVision software platform and associated Arista Networks switching product line
- This is a key opportunity for someone with industry and technology expertise in the networking/automation sector
- Create and evangelize field facing product marketing collateral across CloudVision technologies, including white papers, slide decks, websites, demos, videos, etc
- Subject matter expertise on deeply technical topics related to product development, deployment, and ongoing product user-experience
- Collaborate on product definition through customer requirement gathering and roadmap planning
- Product support for sales teams and customers to ensure success with major opportunities and deployments
- Hands-on projects to develop labs as well as demonstrate key technologies
- Leverage expertise to train Arista sales force and Arista customers through clear and accurate product collateral
- Execute ongoing aspects of the product lifecycle, including interaction with a cross-functional set of teams
- Keep up-to-date on competitive solutions, products, and services
- Regular analysis of the industry landscape and positioning relative to Arista’s differentiation
- Represent Arista at external events, including conferences, tradeshows, partner engagements, etc
Our take
Arista is a supplier of cloud networking solutions, addressing the needs of internet companies, cloud service providers, and enterprises. While the business is not tied to a crowd of large customers, companies are nonetheless attracted to its CloudVision Software - which has the potential to save them a significant amount of money.
The company's growth so far has led to it being seen as a rising star in the computer networking industry. It competes directly with digital giant Cisco, but despite this boasts impressive revenue growth. In fact, Arista has been vocal with its confidence that it can continue to grow at a rapid pace, as it further develops its offering for the networking market.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Apr 2020
$36m
SERIES C
Jul 2017
$30m
LATE VC
Total funding: $66m
Company benefits
- Regular ”Snack Bash” Social Events with food and drinks!
- Biweekly Wellness webinars plus regular Wellness Week events focused on physical, mental, spiritual and financial wellness as well as career development and social activities
- Arista Gives Back: Employee Engagement Giving Drives and Volunteer events
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Coverage
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs
- PTO & Paid holidays
- 401k Plan
- On-site Gym & Showers
- Secured Bike Lockers
- Secured Bike Lockers
- Flexible hours
- Employee Assistance Benefits that include mental health and backup child and elder care support
- Discounted lunches through WeBox for HQ employees
- Family planning benefits
Company HQ
Santa Clara, CA
Leadership
Jayshree Ullal
(CEO & Chairperson)Jayshree joined the Arista team in 2008 as the Founding CEO and has held the position since.
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