As a Product Manager Staff for Juniper Apstra, you will be responsible for shaping the product strategy, roadmap, and feature development of our multivendor, intent-based networking software. You will work closely with engineering, sales, and customer teams to ensure Apstra continues to meet the evolving needs of data center operators and cloud service providers.
Responsibilities
Lead the product strategy and roadmap for Juniper Apstra, aligning with overall company goals and market demands
Collaborate with engineering teams to define and prioritize new features and enhancements
Gather and analyze customer feedback, market trends, and competitive intelligence to inform product decisions
Create detailed product requirements and specifications for new features and capabilities
Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies
Engage with customers and partners to understand their needs and communicate Apstras value proposition
Manage the product lifecycle from conception to launch, including pricing and packaging decisions
Present product updates and roadmaps to internal stakeholders and external customers
Qualifications
BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Experience in product management or related field, with a focus on networking or data center technologies
Understanding of data center networking architectures, protocols, and trends
Experience with intent-based networking, automation, and multivendor environments
Experience with data analytics and dashboards
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to various audiences
Proven track record of successfully launching and growing enterprise software products
Experience with development methodologies and product management tools
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Juniper Networks portfolio and competitive landscape
Familiarity with cloud computing, virtualization, and software-defined networking (SDN) technologies
Experience with API integrations and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and Ansible
Experience with LLMs and AIOps for networking
Understanding of network security principles and zero-trust architecture
