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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

The Lead Hardware Board Design Engineer will define board-level architecture and lead complex hardware initiatives from requirements through manufacturing release. They will collaborate across cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges in signal integrity, power, and thermal management while mentoring engineering staff.

Responsibilities

  • The Lead Hardware Board Design Engineer will define board-level architecture and lead complex hardware initiatives from requirements through manufacturing release. They will collaborate across cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges in signal integrity, power, and thermal management while mentoring engineering staff.

Requirements

  • Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 7 years of experience, or a Master's with 5 years, or a PhD with 2 years. Proficiency in high-speed digital design, board-level architecture, and hands-on experience with lab equipment and design tools like Cadence Allegro is required.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Restricted stock units
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation time
  • Sick time
  • Volunteer time off

Key Skills

High‑speed Digital Design PCB Architecture Signal Integrity Power Management Thermal Management Cadence Allegro Lab Equipment Operation Hardware Verification Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Design for Test (DFT) Hardware Leadership Mentoring Engineers Cross‑functional Collaboration Technical Documentation Problem Solving Agile Development System Integration Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Version Control (Git) Project Management Communication

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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