ASIC Engineering Technical Leader; onsite

The application window is expected to close on: 10/15/2026

ASIC Engineering Technical Leader (onsite)

Define, design and verify ASIC and ASIC subsystems to be deployed in a range of Cisco platforms. Contribute to a multi-disciplined engineering team to meet the power, performance, and area goals for products. Design, document, and develop ASIC subsystems for release in high volume and quality. Help define the process, methods, and tools for design and implementation of complex developments.

• Manages the definition, architecture and design of high performance ASICs
• Owns applications or multiple complex functional areas
• Oversees reusable code and its applications
• Creates re-usable code that promotes efficiencies in new ways
• Debugs at system level
• Consults for architecture and design decisions outside of depth areas
• Provides robust design solutions across product
• Re-enforces guidelines/standards across teams
• Defines verification strategies
• Coordinates with appropriate stakeholders to integrate into PD and DV flows
• Owns infrastructure and testing environment
• Leads and designs the building blocks of multiple channels
• Applies and drives the design methodology from conception to production
• Influences and collaborates with teams to ensure specifications and requirements are met
• Leads technical expertise of a physical design function
• Interfaces with vendors and design leads on full chip timing closure, PI, and PV
• Owns the full electrical planning and specifications of electrical interfaces
• Develops multiple solutions, first test vehicles and performs verification and validation

Typically:
Bachelors + 8 years or related experience, or Masters + 6 years of related experience, or PhD + 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications Varies based on the team and business needs | Preferred Qualifications are desired education, experience, and skills that are in addition to Minimum Qualifications

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The starting salary range posted for this position is $ to $ and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.

Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers…