Hardware Engineering (Electrical) Technical Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) for Cisco Enterprise Access Point programs, from architecture definition to mass production.
• Drive the design and implementation of complex power systems, including Board-Mounted Power and Front-End power solutions. Optimize power stages (buck, buck-boost, flyback, LLC) for maximum efficiency and thermal performance.
• Author Product Requirement Documents (PRDs), participate in RFQs, and iterate on schematics and layout designs. Perform thorough validation using stability analyzers, oscilloscopes, and programmable power sources.
• Provide technical mentorship to the team regarding power topologies, analog design, and component selection.
• Control product schedules through the NPI cycle. Coordinate with Mechanical, Sourcing, Packaging, Certification, and Quality teams.
• Perform and review failure analysis (FA), root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective action reports (CAR/8D). Ensure all designs meet DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and quality assurance standards.
• Connect with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure power supply designs are fully integrated and thermally compliant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering or power electronics with 8+ years of experience, or master's degree with 6+ years of experience, or PhD with 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience in end-to-end product development, having launched at least 1 hardware product.
• Experience in RF system design and wireless standards.
• Experience with power electronics and analog design, specifically with topologies such as buck, buck-boost, flyback, and LLC.
• Experience in industry-standard tools such as Concept, Allegro, LTspice, PSpice, Simplis, Mathcad, PowerDC, SIWave, Ansys, or Hyperlynx.
• Demonstrated interest and expertise in solving complex, high-density Board-Mounted and Front-End power hardware challenges.
• Experience with Stability analyzers, oscilloscopes, function-generators, electronic loads, and bench programmable AC/DC power sources.
• Knowledge of firmware-level power management and mechanical/thermal design constraints in power supplies.
• Strong understanding of component selection, materials, manufacturing processes, and DFM/QA methodologies.
• Experience with antenna design and the compliance/certification process for Wi-Fi products.
• Familiarity with manufacturing build management and factory processes.
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• 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.

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Additional Information

The application window is expected to close on: 07/02/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . This position is onsite in San Jose, with approximately 10% travel to Asia. Meet the Team Common Hardware Group (CHG) Wireless is responsible for the Cisco Enterprise Access Point Portfolio. As part of the wireless engineering group, you will collaborate with multi-functional teams-including Hardware Design, Antenna/Compliance, Power Engineering, Signal Integrity, EMC/EMI, and Mechanical Design-to deliver industry-leading wireless products.

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