Calix provides the cloud, software platforms, systems and services required for communications service providers to simplify their businesses, excite their subscribers and grow their value.
This is a remote-based position that can be located anywhere in the United States or Canada.
Calix is seeking a highly experienced Senior Director to lead the Products Organization’s Program Management Office (PMO), overseeing Technical Program Managers (TPMs), Release Management, and Portfolio Managers. This leader will drive the successful execution of critical, cross-functional programs and ensure the seamless delivery of products and services for broad technology markets including Cloud services, network routers, home gateways and fiber-based optical equipment. The Senior Director will be responsible for establishing robust processes, driving program execution, and aligning business and technical teams to deliver against the company’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Required
Technical Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
15+ years of experience in technical program management with at least 5-10 years in senior leadership roles in networking and cloud technology sectors.
Industry Expertise: Deep experience in high-tech networking, cloud infrastructure, or related industries. Strong knowledge of networking technologies, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure), and large-scale software releases.
Strong background in cloud-native architectures using AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Expertise in DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD, Spinnaker, Terraform, Ansible).
Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, and cloud orchestration frameworks.
Proficiency in SDN, NFV, and cloud-based network security models (zero-trust, SASE).
Familiarity with Agile (Scrum/Kanban/SAFe) and software development lifecycle methodologies.
Technical Leadership: Strong background in managing technical programs with expertise in Agile, DevOps, and SDLC. Proven track record of leading release management functions in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Ability to manage relationships with executives, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex challenges and make strategic decisions quickly.
Preferred:
Experience with AI/ML-driven network optimization and predictive analytics for cloud operations.
Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, ELK stack) for real-time monitoring of networks and cloud environments.
Knowledge of IoT and smart home networking protocols (Zigbee, Matter, MQTT).
Understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks (FCC, GDPR, HIPAA, FedRAMP).
Certifications: PMP, PgMP, SAFe Agilist, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
Compensation will vary based on geographical location (see below) within the United States. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's location of residence and multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, and education.
For more information on our benefits click here.
There are different ranges applied to specific locations. The average base pay range (or OTE range for sales) in the U.S. for the position is listed below.
San Francisco Bay Area Only
234,600.00 - 399,100.00 USD Annual
All Other Locations:
204,000.00 - 347,000.00 USD Annual
We have 13 total Employee Resource Groups which allow employees to connect during work hours to create community outside of their daily jobs and focus time and energy on shared interests, creating a sense of belonging and acceptance.
One of our core values at Calix is “we take care of our own.” This value extends to the communities and organizations that are important to us. Our goal as a company is to support our customers in delivering broadband services to every community.