Senior Product Manager, SD-WAN

About Us:

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview:

TP-Link Systems is building a world-class product management organization and continues to look for top-notch product managers to expand the team. As a Senior Product Manager for SD-WAN/SASE, you will be at the forefront of advancing networking and SD-WAN.

This role demands a unique combination of technical acumen, networking expertise and product management skills. You'll play a pivotal role executing to our SD-WAN and SASE strategy, working closely with engineering teams to bring innovative products to market. You will be responsible for driving the product strategy and operations, feature functionality and roadmap for SD-WAN and SASE. In addition to your creativity, you will also rely on interaction with customers and partners to understand requirements and problems. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products meet market demands, deliver exceptional value, and maintain a competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of the product strategy, planning, and operations
• Feature prioritization and trade-off decision-making
• Market and customer analysis, requirements development, business case, collateral, and product positioning
• Work closely with engineering teams to define product requirements and roadmaps - Translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans
• Work closely with the UI/UX team to define user experience for the product
• Create content for all stakeholders that are key to your product's success, such as support teams, sales teams, etc.
• Customer engagement and relationship development for executive briefings, product evangelism, and requirements gathering
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and support teams to ensure successful product launches and market adoption - Be an advocate for the product internally and externally
• Engage with customers to gather insights, validate concepts, and understand evolving needs in the SD-WAN and SASE landscape and continually improve the user experience

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in product management (Networking or SASE technologies)
• Strong technical background with deep understanding of software defined networking technologies, including WAN architectures, cloud connectivity, Cloud/Data Center Networking, security integration (e.g., SASE), and edge computing
• Familiarity with standards, protocols, and trends shaping traditional routing and SD-WAN solutions
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Proven ability to work with engineering teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute methodically
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud-native networking, NFV (Network Function Virtualization), and SD-WAN orchestration tools.
• CCIE or CCNP in Enterprise Infrastructure
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• MBA Preferred

Benefits

Salary range: $142,000 - $222,000

• Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds
• Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.