Product Manager, Platforms Aerohive Networks

Job Description

We are living in exciting times. There is a perfect storm created by three trends: Cloud, Mobility and Virtualization. This promises to change the face of Enterprise Networking as we know it.

Do you want to be at the intersection of Cloud, Mobility and Networking trends and lead the change in enterprise networking? Are you passionate about simplifying the complex world of enterprise networking? Do you love to dream about ground breaking solutions and possess the pragmatism to
marry the solutions with pressing customer needs? If so, please read further.

Aerohive is one of the best kept secrets in Enterprise Networking. We are top-tier venture backed firm that is on changing the way Enterprise Networking is done. We are looking for a passionate Platforms/Hardware Product Manager to join our small but dynamite Product Management team.
You will be provided with significant independence and opportunity to demonstrate your talents and help solve customer problems

As a Platforms/Hardware Product Manager with a lot of growth potential, you will

Take ownership and managing the entire product lifecycle from inception to sunset including product strategy, definition, positioning, pricing and feature sets.
Analyze sales, help identify market segments, track revenue trends, spot strengths and weaknesses.
Work with the executive and development leaders to establish a compelling product roadmap
Work with all organizations on delivering successful products to market
Drive product planning through research, customer feedback, competitive analysis and market requirements
Communicate product positioning (value proposition, key messages, competitive positioning, etc.) and ensure a thriving ecosystem

Desired Skills & Experience

Hands on product management
Keen interest and ability to engage with customers for relationship development, requirements gathering and product evangelism.
The role requires an individual with strong leadership, partnering and analytical skills
Deep understanding and/or passion to nurture platforms - not just products
Understanding of the Wi-Fi, Enterprise Access Market and adjacencies
Understanding on Hardware either through prior Hardware Engineering experience or Product Management Experience
Hardware Product Management experience in atleast two of the following: Enterprise Networking, Routing, Wireless, or other related fields like Wan Optimization, Application Acceleration, VoIP

Location:	Sunnyvale, CA United States