Accelerated Compute Hardware Engineering Technical Lead

Cisco

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Jose, CA
Employment
Full-time
Posted
95 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 30, 2026 (soon)

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TL;DR · Accelerated Compute Hardware Engineering Technical Lead

The Accelerated Compute Hardware Engineering Technical Lead joins the Computing Systems Products Group to lead system design on computing system products. This role involves driving products from concept to production, addressing challenging technical problems, and acting as a technical liaison for key suppliers and JDMs. The successful candidate will manage server product development and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Required expertise includes hardware designs with x86 or ARM CPUs, high-speed design signal integrity, and power distribution techniques. Preferred skills include experience with High Speed Network Interfaces, PCIe Gen5/Gen6 adaptors, and DDR4/DDR5 DIMMs. Candidates should be proficient with design tools like Cadence Concept and Allegro. This position solves complex hardware integration problems for unified data center platforms that combine compute, storage, network, visualization, and management.

What you'll do

  • Lead system design for computing system products.
  • Drive computing products from initial concept through to production.
  • Resolve complex technical problems and engineering issues.
  • Participate in technical discussions with cross-functional teams.
  • Serve as the technical liaison for key suppliers regarding product perspectives.
  • Manage Joint Development Manufacturers (JDMs) for server product development.

What we're looking for

  • Must live within commuting distance of the San Jose, CA office and commute 4 days per week.
  • Must have a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 10+ years of system level development experience.
  • Must have a Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 7+ years of system level development experience.
  • Must have a PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3+ years of system level development experience.
  • Must have experience in hardware designs with x86 or ARM CPUs.
  • Must have experience with high-speed design signal integrity issues and power distribution techniques.
  • 12+ years of experience in system level development in the server/computer/network/storage industry (preferred).
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 10+ years of system level development.

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