Hardware Engineer - System Board Design (PCB)

Cisco

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Work type
On-site
Location
Milpitas, CA
Salary
$138,100–$196,500 / yr
Posted
28 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Oct 30, 2026

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $186k
This role $167k
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This role pays less than 70% of similar roles. Most pay $158,400–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $167k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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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 · Hardware Engineer - System Board Design (PCB)

Hardware Engineer - System Board Design (PCB) joins the Common Hardware Group to develop next-generation hardware for switching, routing, and wireless products. This role involves owning the design and validation of server sub-systems while ensuring they meet functional specifications. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating technical documentation, participating in cross-functional meetings, and managing JDMs for server product development. The position requires expertise in high-speed hardware board designs, including schematic generation, layout, and troubleshooting from concept through production. Candidates must be proficient with Cadence Concept and Allegro tools, as well as lab equipment like Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers. Preferred skills include experience with networking products and creating test scripts in Python. The role addresses complex technical challenges in the silicon and optics space to optimize cost, performance, and reliability for advanced infrastructure solutions.

What you'll do

  • Own the design and validation of server sub-systems to ensure they meet functional specifications.
  • Manage the full product lifecycle from initial concept through production for server products.
  • Create detailed technical documentation and functional specifications for hardware components.
  • Develop high-speed hardware board designs including schematics, layouts, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform hardware validation using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
  • Manage relationships with Joint Development Manufacturers (JDMs) to facilitate server product development.
  • Develop and implement test scripts using Python for hardware validation processes.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 4+ years of experience, a Master's with 2+ years, or a PhD.
  • Experience with high-speed hardware board designs and validation is required.
  • Experience taking board designs from concept through production including schematics, layouts, and troubleshooting is required.
  • Experience in hardware validation using lab equipment like Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers is required.
  • Hands-on board design knowledge using tools such as Cadence Concept and Allegro is required.
  • Experience with networking products design (preferred).
  • Experience creating test scripts in Python (preferred).
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills are preferred.

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