Enterprise Hardware Engineering Technical Lead

Cisco

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Work type
On-site
Location
RTP, NC
Salary
$139,200–$201,400 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
34 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Dec 1, 2026

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Below 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

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TL;DR · Enterprise Hardware Engineering Technical Lead

The Enterprise Hardware Engineering Technical Lead joins the Enterprise Routing organization to design and develop Edge and Access routing products. This role involves leading hardware board design activities from initial architecture and concept through bring-up, validation, and production readiness. You will contribute to hardware specifications, development, and testing while coordinating with software, manufacturing, and test teams. Key technical requirements include experience with x86 and ARM processors, DDR4/DDR5 memory, PCIe, SATA, and USB. You must be proficient in schematic capture tools like Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL. Preferred skills include circuit simulation using HyperLynx or SPICE, Verilog for Xilinx or Intel/Altera FPGAs, and high-speed board design for Ethernet and serial interfaces like I2C, SPI, and UART. This role solves complex routing technology problems using internal and commercial silicon.

What you'll do

  • Lead hardware board design activities from initial architecture through production readiness.
  • Contribute to hardware specifications, design development, and comprehensive testing.
  • Drive products from the initial concept phase through to full production.
  • Perform hardware bring-up, validation, and qualification procedures.
  • Resolve complex technical problems and develop independent engineering solutions.
  • Coordinate with software, manufacturing, and test teams throughout the development process.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of experience in hardware board design and development.
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of experience in hardware board design and development.
  • Prior experience taking a design from concept to production.
  • Prior experience designing with x86 and/or ARM processors.
  • Prior experience designing with DDR4/DDR5 memory, PCIe, SATA, and USB.
  • Experience in schematic capture tools like Cadence Allegro Design Entry HDL (Concept HDL).
  • Experience in using circuit simulation tools like HyperLynx or SPICE (preferred).
  • Experience designing Xilinx or Intel/Altera FPGAs or CPLDs using Verilog (preferred).

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