cisco systemsMilpitas, CA
Hardware Design Engineer
Hardware Design Engineer
Hardware Design Engineer
cisco systemsMilpitas, CA
today
Computer Hardware EngineersElectronics Engineers, Except ComputerComputer Systems Engineers/Architects
Electronic Computer ManufacturingComputer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment ManufacturingComputer Systems Design Services
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As a Hardware Engineer at Cisco, you will drive the design and validation of high-performance board architectures for next-generation networking hardware. You’ll work within the High-End Routing hardware team to deliver complex, scalable PCBs and robust power delivery. You’ll investigate failures, optimize signal integrity, and shape test plans for cutting-edge devices used in service providers and data centers. This role offers high-impact work at scale, contributing to the AI-era networking platform and Cisco’s hardware leadership. Compensation / Benefits medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with Cisco matching paid holidays and time off volunteer days restricted stock units vesting paid parental leave
Responsibilities:
Lead the full lifecycle of board design from schematics to layout verification Perform root-cause analysis and debugging of complex hardware issues (signal integrity, power rails, component degradation) Develop and execute test plans for new designs and document specifications Conduct design reviews of schematics, BOMs, layouts, and routing using internal automation tools Perform FA/RCA/CAR for reliability improvements Collaborate on high-speed multi-layer PCBs with advanced power delivery and high-speed serial links Support sustenance and design improvement of existing hardware platforms
Key requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering with 5 years of related experience OR Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience Experience in schematic capture and PCB layout oversight for high-complexity systems Hardware debugging experience with high-speed test equipment (oscilloscopes, VNAs, logic analyzers) Experience with design tools such as Concept, Allegro, LTspice or equivalent strong problem-solving and analytical thinking effective collaboration with cross-functional teams clear technical communication and documentation PCIe, MDIO, SPI, I2C control interfaces DDR4/DDR5 DIMMs and storage interfaces signal integrity and power delivery techniques for boards
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Level
Lead
Location
Milpitas, CA
Occupation
Computer Hardware Engineers
Industry
Electronic Computer Manufacturing
Posted
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