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System Hardware Board Design Engineering Lead (PCB) (Onsite)

Cisco 🇺🇸 Milpitas, California, United States of America

Onsite $171,600 - $245,000 Full-time Lead

Define board-level architecture, power-delivery strategy, and design direction, and lead hardware initiatives from requirements through validation, qualification, and manufacturing release. Own subsystem design and validation, resolve complex technical challenges, guide cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and communicate technical recommendations to stakeholders and suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Define board-level architecture, power-delivery strategy, and design direction, and lead hardware initiatives from requirements through validation, qualification, and manufacturing release. Own subsystem design and validation, resolve complex technical challenges, guide cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and communicate technical recommendations to stakeholders and suppliers.

Requirements

  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 7+ years of experience, a master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years. Candidates need board and system design experience, including high-speed digital design, signal and power integrity, lab validation, Cadence Concept and Allegro, and technical leadership across product development and supplier teams.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) With Matching Contribution
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Floating Holiday
  • Birthday Leave
  • Year-End Holiday Shutdown
  • Personal Wellness Days
  • Paid Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Family Emergency Leave
  • Paid Volunteer Days
  • Annual Bonuses
  • Restricted Stock Units

Key Skills

Board‑level architecture definition Power‑delivery strategy PCB design High‑speed digital design Signal integrity Power integrity Subsystem design Hardware validation Qualification testing Manufacturing release Cadence Allegro Cadence Concept Electronic schematics Layout design EMI/EMC analysis Lab testing Technical leadership Cross‑functional team guidance Mentoring engineers Supplier communication Requirement analysis Problem solving Documentation Project management Agile hardware development

About Cisco

Cisco is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all.

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