Senior Product Manager - Switch Hardware Platform, AI Networking

Description:

Senior Product Manager - Switch Hardware Platform, AI Networking

Israel - Hybrid from our Ra'anana HQ

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DriveNets is a leader in disaggregated high-scale networking solutions for service providers and AI infrastructures. Founded in December 2015, DriveNets created a radical new way to build networks by adapting the architectural model of the cloud to telco-grade networking. This solution accelerates network deployment, improves the network’s economic model, and radically simplifies network operations. With customers including Comcast, Orange, and KDDI - over 80% of AT&T’s network traffic now runs through a disaggregated core powered by DriveNets software. DriveNets Network Cloud-AI solution, based on the same technology, was introduced to the market in 2023, providing the highest-performance Ethernet-based AI networking solution, and is already deployed by Hyperscalers, NeoClouds and Enterprises. Raising over $587 million in three funding rounds, DriveNets continues to deploy the most innovative network infrastructure and is looking for the most talented people to be part of this journey. 

The Role

DriveNets is seeking a Senior Product Manager focused on Switch platform hardware to be a key member of our Product Management team. Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company at the forefront of network transformation. We leverage advanced technologies to develop innovative solutions that drive efficiency, scalability, and exceptional network performance. Collaborate with the industry’s best as we partner with hyperscalers, NeoClouds, and leading enterprises, shaping the future of disaggregated networking infrastructure. Our environment fosters creativity, teamwork, and growth, and offers you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working on groundbreaking hardware systems.

As a Senior Product Manager focused on Switch Hardware Platforms, you will drive the development, definition, and lifecycle management of high-end networking systems for AI fabrics. Your work will directly impact the performance, scalability, and reliability of next-generation network infrastructure, enabling customers to deploy and operate large-scale networks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Act as a hardware product expert specializing in high-end networking systems and system-level architecture, providing strategic direction across the product lifecycle.
• Define and lead hardware product strategy, including system architecture, platform definition, and roadmap planning for next-generation switching and routing platforms.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop product specifications, drive design trade-offs, and deliver high-quality hardware systems including PCB design, thermal solutions, power systems, and mechanical architecture.
• Own end-to-end product lifecycle management from concept through development, validation, manufacturing, and deployment, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality execution.
• Work with contract manufacturers, ODMs, and supply chain partners to ensure successful product manufacturing, certification, and deployment at scale.
• Partner with marketing and sales teams to define product positioning, develop go-to-market strategies, and support customer engagements.
• Engage with customers to gather requirements, validate solutions, and prioritize features that enhance product competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor product performance post-launch, analyze key metrics, and drive continuous improvements and future product iterations.
• Prepare and present product plans, business cases, and status updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.

Requirements

What we need to see:

• 10+ years of experience in product management or related roles, with a strong focus on hardware systems.
• Strong experience in large-scale system technologies definition, including chassis design, PCB, thermal (fans), power systems, certifications, and hardware homologation.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with hardware development processes, including design, validation, and manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
• Ability to define product strategy based on market research, customer needs, and competitive analysis.
• Experience working with supply chain, contract manufacturers, and hardware partners.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies is a plus.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience with networking hardware platforms such as switches, routers, or high-performance data center systems.
• Background in disaggregated networking, white box systems, or large-scale infrastructure deployments.
• Experience working with hyperscalers, NeoClouds, service providers, or large enterprise customers.
• Strong understanding of system-level trade-offs across performance, cost, power, and thermal constraints.
• Strong understanding of data center networking requirements for AI clusters, including Scale-out, frontend, and scale-up network
• Experience working with ASIC vendors 
• Experience with direct liquid cooling
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EDUCATION

BS/MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or other Engineering fields, or equivalent experience.

More About DriveNets Based in Israel with locations in Romania, US, and Japan as well as extended teams, DriveNets operations cover more than twelve countries. With recognition by industry analysts and through numerous industry awards, DriveNets is pushing market momentum, allowing for faster service innovation from the network core to the edge. Visit our website: https://drivenets.com/company/