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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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As a Principal Hardware Engineer on the Quantum Experimental Team, you will serve as the primary technical authority for the physical realization of deployable quantum hardware platforms. You will unify disparate engineering domains—including precision control electronics, RF/microwave distribution, thermal management, and optical routing—into cohesive, manufacturable rack architectures for customer data centers. Your daily work involves designing and integrating high-density electro-mechanical and optoelectronic systems while ensuring compliance with global electrical safety standards like UL and CE. You will utilize 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Inventor to develop EIA-310-compliant infrastructure. The role bridges the gap between scientific research and program management by transitioning laboratory technologies into robust hardware. Key technical focuses include AC/DC power distribution, thermal airflow management, and fiber optic routing to solve complex challenges in quantum networking and distributed quantum systems.
Root Cause Analysis
Defensive Design
Data Analysis
AI
Field Telemetry
CT Scanning
X-ray
TDR
Thermal Imaging
SEM
EDS
Cross-sectioning
IC Decapsulation
Accelerated Life Testing
Failure Rate Modeling
High-speed Interfaces
Power Delivery Systems
Advanced Packaging
Hardware Validation
Firmware
CPU
GPU
Test Automation
Debugging
Logic Analyzers
Oscilloscopes
PCIe
Power Management
Networking
Data Center Infrastructure
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