Ianik Semco
Principal Product Management Engineer @Cisco
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WORK HISTORY
Principal Product Management Engineer @Cisco
Ottawa, ON, CA
As a Principal Product Management Engineer with a focus on Strategy, Planning, and Operations, I specialize in advancing Networking Infrastructure and Architectures, particularly in the realms of IP and IPv6. My role entails guiding the multi-year transformation of IP networks from start to finish. This involves the identification and development of strategic technology portfolios related to IPv6 uSID (also known as SRv6), networks enhanced by AI/ML, Performance Measurement and Key Performance Indicators, L4S, the transition to 5G/6G technologies, Host Networking, Service Chaining, and more. Key responsibilities include:• Identifying opportunities and crafting industry blueprints to inform product and technology strategies, as well as functionality enhancements.• Conducting regular presentations tailored to varying audience sizes, ranging from highly technical discussions to executive-level briefings, focusing on our products, solutions, and technologies.• Overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from initial definition through to market release.• Creating and presenting strategic technological roadmaps to crucial stakeholders, including the executive team.• Leading Proof-of-Concept (POC) and Beta programs in collaboration with customers, account teams, and our internal engineering group.• Performing ongoing competitive analysis and market validation through activities like customer interviews and market research, to gauge technology innovations and their implications on future architectural designs.• Working closely with the marketing team to define product positioning and messaging, and assisting in the creation of whitepapers, data sheets, solution briefs, reference architectures, and case studies related to the product.
EDUCATION
Université de Sherbrooke
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Computer Science
SKILLS
ABOUT IANIK SEMCO
With extensive experience driving innovation at Cisco, I have been at the forefront of shaping the strategic direction for cutting-edge service provider infrastructures and architectures. My expertise includes advanced technologies like Segment Routing (SRv6) for next-gen transport and EVPN for overlay services, delivering impactful solutions to service providers, hyperscalers, and large enterprises globally.In my current role, I also lead product management software planning and execution for some of the world’s largest hyperscalers, including Google, Microsoft, and Meta. This involves crafting tailored strategies and solutions to meet the unique demands of these global technology leaders, ensuring alignment with their scale, performance, and innovation requirements. A key focus area includes AI-driven networking solutions, addressing the emerging needs of AI workloads by optimizing transport, scalability, and network intelligence to support future-ready architectures.I collaborate closely with engineering, sales, and marketing teams, I define comprehensive roadmaps, drive market and product requirements, and oversee the technology lifecycle. My global engagements include presenting, demonstrating, and validating groundbreaking solutions while gathering critical feedback to ensure our offerings remain finely tuned to evolving market needs.Passionate about driving innovation and achieving excellence in service provider, hyperscaler, and AI networking technologies, I strive to deliver unmatched value to customers and stakeholders, reinforcing Cisco’s reputation as a leader in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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