Sr. Director, Hardware Engineering

2 Months ago • 15 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $244,000 PA - $305,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Sr. Director, Hardware Engineering will lead Gigamon's Hardware group, driving innovation and ensuring high-quality standards. This role involves overseeing the development of Network Visibility and Analytics Platforms from concept to production. Responsibilities include leading a global hardware engineering team, driving innovation, planning development roadmaps, defining hardware quality standards, and managing external vendors. The ideal candidate will have experience in hardware development, technical management, and working with various engineering disciplines, including EE design, PCB, power, SI, optical, diagnostics, compliance, and test.
Must have:
  • 15+ years of hands-on experience in Networking Hardware development
  • 10+ years in technical management roles leading global hardware teams
  • Experience in designing and delivering complex hardware platforms
  • Experience in managing engagements with ODM/OEM/JDM and Contract Manufacturers
  • Ensured product quality and compliance with industry standards

Job Details

At Gigamon, our purpose is to protect the hybrid networks and data of the largest, most complex organizations on the planet. Certified as a Great Place to Work, we offer a deep observability pipeline that efficiently delivers network-derived intelligence to cloud, security, and observability tools. This helps our customers to eliminate security blind spots, optimize network traffic, and dramatically reduce tool cost and complexity, enabling them to better secure and manage their hybrid cloud infrastructure. Gigamon has served more than 4,000 customers worldwide, including over 80 percent of Fortune 100 enterprises, 9 of the 10 largest mobile network providers, and hundreds of governments and educational organizations. 
 
Gigamon is seeking a seasoned Director or Senior Director to lead its Hardware (HW) group, driving innovation, differentiation, and faster execution while upholding the company's high quality standards. Reporting to the SVP of R&D, this leadership role offers global impact by overseeing the development of advanced Network Visibility and Analytics Platforms from concept to production. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical and managerial expertise to guide both internal teams and external partnerships, including ODM, OEM, JDM, and CM engagements. 
 
What You’ve Done: 
  • 15+ years of hands-on experience in Networking Hardware development, with a BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent). 
  • At least 10 years in technical management roles, leading global hardware engineering teams. 
  • Designed and delivered complex hardware platforms including Ethernet Switching, Network Processor Silicon (e.g., Broadcom, Marvell), and FPGA-based systems. 
  • Led both in-house hardware development and managed engagements with ODM/OEM/JDM and Contract Manufacturers. 
  • Ensured product quality and compliance with industry standards including IEEE, FCC, FIPS. 
  • Used industry-standard tools such as Cadence/Mentor for design/layout and high-end test equipment (VNA, protocol analyzers, TDR, etc.). 
  • Gained working knowledge of Optical Transceivers and hardware diagnostics. 
 
What You’ll Do: 
  • Lead and grow a high-performing global hardware engineering team responsible for delivering Gigamon’s Network Visibility and Analytics platforms from concept through production. 
  • Collaborate closely with engineering leadership and architects to drive innovation and differentiation in hardware—ranging from network taps to medium size chassis systems. 
  • Plan and execute development roadmaps, including resource management, hiring, and performance reviews. 
  • Define and uphold Gigamon's hardware quality standards across all product lines. 
  • Drive adoption of best-in-class tools and development processes. 
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, including ODM, OEM, JDM, and CM. 
 
Who You Are: 
  • A seasoned technical leader with a track record of delivering complex networking hardware products at scale. 
  • Adept at coaching, mentoring, and managing diverse engineering disciplines, including EE design, PCB, power, SI, optical, diagnostics, compliance, and test. 
  • Detail-oriented and execution-focused, balancing innovation with reliable delivery. 
  • Collaborative and communicative, capable of influencing across R&D, product management, and supply chain teams. 
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, global environment with the ability to make a company-wide impact.
The base salary compensation range targeted for this role based out of Gigamon's Santa Clara, CA, Headquarters office is $244,000 - $305,000, with an opportunity to earn an annual bonus or commission (subject to terms and conditions of the plan). 
 

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