ASIC Link Modeling Technical Leader

Cisco

ASIC Link Modeling Engineer developing high-speed optical transceivers for Cisco's silicon photonics systems. Collaborating on model development, simulations, and cross-functional teamwork to optimize performance.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeCarlsbad • California, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $189,300 - $271,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop system-level behavioral models and comprehensive link simulations for Cisco's silicon photonics systems
Lead link budget analysis, channel modeling, and statistical simulations
Define and optimize transceiver architectures
Debug complex link simulations and identify architectural bottlenecks
Collaborate across cross-functional teams to develop IBIS-AMI models and create modeling documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors + 12 years of related experience, or Masters + 8 years of related experience, or PhD + 5 years of ASIC link modeling experience
Proficiency in Python, C/C++, and MATLAB for behavioral model development and automated analysis
Proven understanding of high-speed communication theory, transmission line theory, SerDes, Ethernet, D2D PHY protocols, and DSP fundamentals
Demonstrated experience with EDA and SI simulation tools (e.g., Keysight ADS, Synopsys HSPICE, Cadence) and link modeling methodologies
Analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills with excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses for non-sales roles

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonC/C++MATLABlink modelinghigh-speed communication theorytransmission line theorySerDesEthernetD2D PHY protocolsDSP fundamentals

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsdebugging skillscommunication skillsteamwork abilities