Electrical Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Milpitas, CA
Salary
$171,600–$245,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
28 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 30, 2026 (soon)

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Above market

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Cisco Systems is the world''s leading networking technology company, designing and manufacturing networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses and governments. Industry: Networking Technology & Cybersecurity

Cisco currently has 307 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Electrical Engineering Technical Leader

The Electrical Engineering Technical Leader joins the Product Operations team within the Core Routing Business Unit to support the delivery of next-generation hardware products. This role involves designing, developing, and evaluating electronic parts, components, and integrated circuitry for hardware systems. Key responsibilities include managing BOM risk, driving PCB material selection, conducting design lab experimentation, and leading debug and board bring-up efforts. The successful candidate will perform design diagnostic analysis, manage new product introduction support, and lead value engineering efforts. Required technical skills include proficiency with Allegro, Valor, and various CAE tools, alongside experience using scopes, logic analyzers, and TDR equipment. The role addresses complex technical issues in the production of switch and router products, ensuring reliability and manufacturing efficiency through FMEA and component qualification.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and evaluate electronic parts, components, and integrated circuitry for hardware systems.
  • Provide new product introduction support from pre-concept commit through end-of-life.
  • Drive PCB material selection and lead supplier discussions with multi-functional teams.
  • Manage BOM risk and address DfX issues with hardware and mechanical design teams.
  • Lead design and manufacturing FMEA and drive product quality issues during NPI and sustaining phases.
  • Perform design lab experimentation, debug, DOE, and EFA to resolve complex technical issues.
  • Lead debug and board bring-up efforts for proto boards and production units.
  • Assess technical capability gaps within the contract manufacturer and supply chain.

What we're looking for

  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent plus 15+ years related experience.
  • Understanding of system hardware architectures, design concepts, and engineering development practices.
  • Ability to use diagnostic tools to debug and troubleshoot failing systems down to the board and component level.
  • Experience characterizing timing interfaces using scopes, logic analyzers, TDR, and other equipment.
  • Experience with Allegro, Valor, and other manufacturing tools used in the job.
  • Deep understanding of PCB material, fabrication, characteristics, and influence on design and assembly.
  • Experience leading and managing the end-to-end process for optical and regular Printed Circuit Board Assembly.
  • Experience working on a switch/router product (preferred).

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