Senior Product Marketing Manager at Extreme Networks

California, United States

Extreme Networks Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Networking, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong technical understanding of enterprise networking portfolio (Wired, Wireless, Data Center Fabric, SD-WAN, AI-powered and cloud-based networking)
  • Strategic thinking and ability to simplify complex concepts into persuasive narratives
  • Experience in competitive analysis, sales enablement, sales play development, and technical marketing content creation

Responsibilities

  • Lead deep-dive research into competitor technologies, including hardware, software, and services
  • Assess competitor messaging, positioning, pricing, partner programs, and go-to-market strategies
  • Build and maintain competitive profiles, battlecards, and intelligence dashboards for Extreme’s internal teams
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies (e.g., AI-powered networking, automation, security, cloud) to anticipate competitive shifts
  • Provide insights to inform Extreme’s product management and technical marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with market needs
  • Collaborate with Sales, Technical Marketing, and Product Management to design structured sales plays that guide prospects through the buying cycle
  • Craft differentiated narratives and positioning that clearly communicate Extreme’s competitive advantages
  • Deliver enablement content including pitch decks, objection-handling guides, win wires, and training materials
  • Define engagement models (activities, touchpoints, talk tracks) to standardize and scale sales motions
  • Ensure sales plays support Extreme’s global go-to-market priorities and product marketing goals
  • Train and empower Extreme’s global sales teams to confidently use competitive insights and execute sales plays
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on competitor activity and differentiation during key deals, customer engagements, and analyst interactions
  • Partner with sales leadership to measure adoption, collect feedback, and refine content
  • Establish communication frameworks that make competitive intelligence timely and accessible

Skills

Competitive Analysis
Sales Enablement
Sales Play Development
Technical Marketing
Enterprise Networking
Wired Networking
Wireless Networking
Data Center Fabric
SD-WAN
AI Networking
Cloud Networking

Extreme Networks

Provides advanced networking solutions and services

About Extreme Networks

Extreme Networks specializes in advanced networking solutions that optimize and secure network operations for a variety of clients, including educational institutions, retail businesses, government agencies, and healthcare facilities. Their products include network infrastructure such as switching and routing solutions, wireless connectivity, and data center fabrics, along with cloud-based services and advanced security measures. Extreme Networks differentiates itself by offering both hardware and software solutions, as well as professional and managed services that ensure efficient network operations. Their goal is to provide comprehensive support and training to help clients maximize their networking capabilities.

Morrisville, North CarolinaHeadquarters
1996Year Founded
$16.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, Cybersecurity, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
Comprehensive healthcare
HSA
Life & disability insurance
Retirement plans
Employee stock purchase program
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Wellness programs

Risks

Securities fraud lawsuit may damage Extreme Networks' reputation and investor confidence.
Complexity of AI integration could hinder adoption of Extreme Platform ONE.
Stiff competition in cybersecurity market may affect ZTNA solution's market share.

Differentiation

Extreme Networks offers AI-powered platformization with Extreme Platform ONE.
The company provides comprehensive networking solutions, including cloud and security integration.
Extreme Networks serves diverse industries, from education to healthcare and government.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI-driven network management boosts Extreme Networks' market potential.
Expansion of 5G networks increases need for advanced networking solutions.
Rising adoption of cloud-based solutions enhances Extreme Networks' scalability and flexibility.

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