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Senior Director, Hardware

SonicWall
Location
Remote, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Computer Engineering (CE)
  • 15+ years of technical experience
  • Minimum 10+ years of technical and people leadership experience
  • Experience in design of hardware products
  • Expertise in architecture, design tools, and ecosystems such as PCB design and power management
  • Experience supporting new product introductions
Nice to have
  • Experience with servers, network security, firewall, and/or edge networking products
  • Deep understanding of platform software requirements
  • Ability to drive decisions across hardware functions including Mech/Thermal, SI, ECAD, Diagnostics, Validation, Compliance
  • Familiarity with global JDM/ODM ecosystems, especially in Asia
  • Trusted partnership with Software, Marketing & Supply Chain leadership
What the job really is

The Senior Director, Hardware/Architecture at SonicWall will lead the research, design, and execution of hardware systems development, including servers, firewalls, and security appliances. This role involves managing global engineering teams, collaborating with various departments to align hardware strategy with business goals, and driving product development in partnership with JDM/ODM manufacturers, primarily in Asia. The position requires both strategic and operational leadership to ensure successful product delivery and team development.

Things to weigh
  • The role requires significant experience and leadership capabilities, which may limit opportunities for less experienced candidates.
  • Focus on hardware systems may not appeal to those looking for software-centric roles.
  • The position involves collaboration with JDM/ODM partners primarily in Asia, which may require flexibility in working hours.
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