Product Manager - RUCKUS Edge (Sunnyvale)

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

RUCKUS Networks is redefining what the network edge can do — combining industry-leading Wi-Fi and switching hardware with cloud-native intelligence and enterprise-grade security.

 

We’re looking for a Product Manager, RUCKUS Edge, to define and execute the roadmap for one of our most strategic growth areas. This Hybrid role is based out of our Sunnyvale, CA office.

 

How You’ll Help Us Connect the World:

 

Own a strategic product area at the intersection of networking and security, drive platform-level decisions that shape enterprise edge architectures, and build solutions that power real-world, high-demand environments at global scale.

This is a high-impact role with end-to-end ownership across product strategy, technical direction, and business outcomes.

 

What You’ll Own:

 

Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and drive the multi-year roadmap for the RUCKUS Edge portfolio
• Translate customer needs, market signals, and telemetry into clear priorities and investments
• Align execution across hardware, software, cloud, and security teams

Technical Leadership

Drive direction across key platform areas:

• Networking & Transport: VxLAN, GRE for scalable multi-tenant architectures
• Routing: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS for carrier-grade scale and resiliency
• Data Plane & Observability: eBPF, telemetry, programmable data planes
• Security: Zero Trust (ZTNA), L4–L7 policy enforcement, firewalling
• Secure Access: SASE/SSE, IPsec, WireGuard

Business Ownership

• Own P&L, pricing strategy, and margin optimization
• Build executive business cases and investment proposals
• Align Edge strategy with broader company priorities

Go-to-Market & Customer Impact

• Define differentiation and positioning vs. key competitors
• Partner with Product Marketing on messaging and sales enablement
• Engage directly with customers, partners, and analysts
• Shape solutions across verticals including Hospitality, MDU, Education, Healthcare, and Large Venues

Execution & Delivery

• Partner closely with engineering in an agile environment
• Own backlog, prioritize features, and balance velocity vs. technical debt
• Participate in architecture and design reviews

 

What You Bring:

 

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

• MBA or equivalent experience preferred
• Strong foundation in enterprise networking: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, VxLAN, GRE, IPsec, WireGuard
• Experience with network security (ZTNA, SASE, SSE, firewalls)
• Familiarity with modern data planes (eBPF, DPDK) and cloud-native networking
• Experience with LAN/WAN or Wi-Fi platforms is a plus

Product Management

• 7+ years in product management, including complex networking or platform products
• Proven track record delivering products from concept → launch → lifecycle
• Experience working in agile/scrum environments

Business & Leadership

• Experience contributing to or owning product P&L and pricing strategy
• Strong executive communication skills
• Ability to lead across cross-functional, global teams

Market Insight

• Understanding of enterprise networking and security landscape (Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, Palo Alto)
• Familiarity with key verticals: Hospitality, MDU, Education, Healthcare, LPV.

 

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Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. This position's expected total compensation (base salary and commission range) is $118,200.00-$180,000.00

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

 

 

Why Join Us?
Vistance Networks shapes the future of communications technology, pushing past what is possible. We deliver solutions that bring reliability and performance to a world always in motion. Our global team of innovators and employees are trusted advisors who listen to customers first, then deliver value.

RUCKUS Networks delivers purpose-driven enterprise networks that enable superior business outcomes in demanding environments. Our solutions combine AI-powered automation, proactive network assurance, and context-aware security, providing exceptional performance with simplified management.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at Vistance Networks.

Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans.