Manish Sharma

About Manish Sharma

Engineering leader | 21 years total, 13 in leadership — including 9 years managing…

Experience

1. Leader, Software Engineering

   Cisco

   Sep 2021 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   As Leader, Software Engineering at Cisco, I lead the Voice-Gateway and the Admin-UI Development Team, delivering secure, scalable, and innovative communication platforms. My role blends technical leadership, strategic vision, and people-focused management to empower my team and drive impactful solutions.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership:Define and execute the vision for next-generation communication platforms, aligning with Cisco’s goals and market needs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-centric, innovative solutions.Driving Innovation and AI:Foster a culture of creativity and learning, encouraging the adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) for efficiency and innovation.Lead by example in using GenAI tools and support the team in acquiring AI skills and certifications.Ensuring Security and Compliance:Ensure all deliverables meet Cisco’s security policies and comply with tools such as SonarQube-Gate, Corona, and TPS.Promote secure development practices to deliver robust solutions.People Leadership:Mentor and coach team members, fostering growth through structured development plans, evaluations, and upskilling opportunities.Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.Operational Excellence:Streamline workflows and adopt modern practices to improve performance, scalability, and resilience.Ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that provide seamless user experiences.Impact:Through visionary leadership and a strong focus on innovation and security, I have guided my teams to deliver transformative solutions that redefine communication experiences. By embracing AI, fostering collaboration, and driving operational excellence, I contribute to Cisco’s success as a global leader in collaboration technology.

Education

• Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education

  Master's degree

  2011 — 2013

• Maharshi Dayanand Sarswati University

  B.Sc

  1996 — 1999

• CDAC-ACTS, Hyderabad, India

  Diploma in Advance Computing

  2003 — 2004

• D.A.V. Senior Secondary School

  From Class VI to Class XII

  1989 — 1996

Skills

• Bulk Sms
• Team Management
• Mobile Devices
• Wap
• C
• Visual C++
• Value-Added Services (Vas)
• Smpp
• Signaling System 7 (Ss7)
• Ussd
• Smsc
• Mysql
• Vas
• Gsm
• Product Management
• C++
• Telecommunications
• Cbs
• Ss7
• Sms