Job Description

At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known.


To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.


Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Develop and maintain supplier quality systems aligned with ISO 9001, IATF 16949 (if applicable), or other industry standards. Evaluate and qualify new suppliers through audits, capability assessments, and risk analysis. Monitor and improve supplier performance through KPIs (PPM, on-time delivery, corrective actions, etc.). Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for supplier-related quality issues. Collaborate with internal teams on new product introductions (NPI) to ensure supplier readiness and quality planning. Maintain supplier scorecards and lead regular business reviews with key suppliers. Lead or support initiatives related to cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience. Manage non-conforming material processes and supplier corrective actions. Ensure compliance with RoHS and other regulatory requirements relevant to the electronics industry.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related technical field); advanced degree preferred. 8+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering in the electronics or high-tech manufacturing industry. 3+ years of leadership or management experience. Strong understanding of electronic components, PCBs, and assembly processes. Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies: FMEA, SPC, MSA, DOE, 8D, root cause analysis. Experience with quality systems: ISO 9001, ISO 14001. Experience with regulatory standards such as IPC, RoHS, etc. Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bengaluru, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world.


At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We'd love to speak with you.

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ELIGIBILITY TO WORK AND E-VERIFY

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