Jared Smith-Mickelson

Jared Smith-Mickelson is a seasoned engineering executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across multiple technology companies. Currently serving as VP Engineering at 8x8, Inc. since May 2015, Jared previously held the same title at Jive Software from August 2010 to May 2015, where notable achievements included pioneering several innovative features in the enterprise collaboration market and expanding engineering operations. Prior experience at Cisco Systems spanned a decade, with notable contributions as Senior Manager in Software Engineering, where Jared oversaw high-quality product releases and successful market launches. Jared's early career includes roles at Maggie's Back, PlaceWare, and Xerox PARC, and academic credentials include a Master’s and Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.