FPGA HW Engineering Technical Leader

Responsibilities

• Hardware technical lead is a key member of the Cisco Catalyst Wireless and Purpose built switch hardware team.
• Define and design the next generation Purpose Built Switch and Wireless hardware
• Define the micro-architecture for FPGA designs
• Experienced with Xilinx, Altera, Microchip and Lattice FPGA design flow and tools
• Familiar with FPGA Universal Verification Methodology (UVM)
• The individual is expected to bring up the system to work with multiple groups including ASIC, DFT, Signal Integrity, software, Diagnostics and Manufacturing team to resolve any design issues.
• Debug and troubleshoot in labs using scopes and analyzers
• Act as technical liason with major component Suppliers for the product
• Work with and manage Joint Design partners for the product development from concept to production

Requirements

• Prior experience with common HW technology, including power, clock, memory, CPU, and variety of system interfaces.
• Experience with schematics/layout, Hardware bring-up, trouble-shooting, system level testing.
• Experience with working with Software team on system bring-up and porting, devices configuration.
• Prior Experienced with Xilinx, Altera, Microchip and Lattice FPGA design flow and tools
• Previous experience with complex system designs on wireless, antenna, power over ethernet and system on chip integration
• Experience with complex high-speed board design and board bring-up
• Knowledge on the ethernet and wireless protocol is a plus
• Experience with lab bring up and design validation of products
• Experience with Power of Ethernet (PoE) Power Sourcing Equipemnt (PSE) and Power Device (PD)
• Experience with access switch Ethernet intefaces: gigabit, multigigabit, 10 gigabit.
• Experience with high speed Ethernet interfaces: 25G, 100G, 400G, 800G.
• Self-motivation, teamwork and strong communication skills are essential.
• Why Cisco?
• We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
• Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
• The starting salary range posted for this position is $168,800.00 to $241,200.00 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.

Benefits

Additional Information

The application window is expected to close on: 07/28/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet the Team The Common Hardware Group (CHG) creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering Cisco's core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. Our innovations in silicon, optics, and hardware platforms-like Silicon One-are shaping the technology industry. We're a global team of creative experts, bringing our unique backgrounds and bold ideas to push boundaries and help each other grow. Because full product development-from design to qualification to production-is within our team, we're able to think differently, experiment more, and work quickly. Join us to power the future of the digital world.

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