Director, Enterprise Data, Analytics, AI

Cisco

. Lead the Enterprise Data, Analytics & AI team within Silicon One Business Operations .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesLead💰 $276,100 - $349,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading data, analytics, and AI initiatives, with a strong focus on developing scalable data architectures and fostering high-performing technical teams. Proficient in SQL and Python, with a solid background in predictive modeling and AI/ML deployment.

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Data Architecture DefinitionPredictive ModelingAI/ML Initiative LeadershipSQL ProficiencyPeople Leadership

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Hard Skills

Data Pipeline DevelopmentData Governance StandardsForecastingOptimizationSimulationPredictive ModelingMetadata ManagementCloud-Native DeploymentInfrastructure AutomationAI Optimization

Soft Skills

CoachingMentorshipTeam DevelopmentCross-Functional CollaborationRisk Management

Tools & Technologies

Self-Service BI ProductsExecutive DashboardsAI AgentsWorkflow Automation

Industry Keywords

SemiconductorsHardware SystemsSupply ChainManufacturing Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Enterprise Data, Analytics & AI team within Silicon One Business Operations
Set the technical direction and roadmap while fostering high performance and professional growth
Partner with cross-functional leaders to translate ambiguous business needs into scalable data and AI solutions
Manage priorities, risks, and investment tradeoffs
Define secure, governed, and AI-ready data architecture
Build reliable, reusable data products with high standards for quality, lineage, and traceability
Lead predictive modeling, anomaly detection, and forecasting initiatives for product planning, capacity, and risk management
Identify and deploy production-ready AI agents and workflow automation
Establish responsible AI standards covering security, observability, and cost-efficiency
Lead delivery of self-service BI products and executive dashboards for operational and financial performance
Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team of technical contributors
Provide mentorship and hands-on technical guidance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 15 years of related experience developing scalable data pipelines and operational execution
4+ years of people leadership, including coaching, developing, and managing technical teams
4+ years of technical proficiency in SQL and Python for data engineering and analytics
4+ years leading data science and AI/ML initiatives from problem definition through deployment and measurable impact
4+ years defining enterprise data architecture and establishing data governance standards
Domain expertise in semiconductors, hardware systems, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
Advanced experience in forecasting, optimization, simulation, or predictive modeling
Experience with metadata management, cataloging, and advanced semantic-layer design
Proficiency in cloud-native deployment, infrastructure automation, or multi-model AI optimization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward annually
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies