Accelerated Compute Hardware Engineering Technical Lead

Cisco

Hardware Engineering Technical Leader driving innovative system design on computing products at Cisco. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing JDMs for server products development.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $191,400 - $281,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in system level development within the server and computing industry, with a strong focus on hardware design, high-speed network interfaces, and effective communication of technical concepts. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and liaising with suppliers to drive product development from concept to production.

Highest-signal resume keywords

System Level DevelopmentHardware Design with x86 or ARM CPUsHigh-Speed Network Interfaces (10G/25G/100G/400G)PCIe Gen5/Gen6 Adaptors and SwitchesBoard Design Knowledge with Cadence Concept and Allegro

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Hard Skills

System Level DevelopmentHardware DesignHigh-Speed Network InterfacesPCIe Gen5/Gen6DDR4/DDR5 DIMMsSignal IntegrityPower Distribution Techniques

Soft Skills

Articulating Technical ConceptsInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Cadence ConceptAllegro

Industry Keywords

Server IndustryComputer IndustryNetwork IndustryStorage Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead system design on computing system products
Drive computing products from concept to production
Address challenging technical problems and issues
Interact with Cross-functional teams for technical discussions
Act as technical liaison for key suppliers for the product and technical perspectives
Work with and manage JDMs for server products development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 10+ years of system level development experience,
or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 7+ years of system level development experience,
or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of system level development experience
Experience in hardware designs with x86 or ARM CPUs
Experience with high-speed design signal integrity issues, power distribution techniques
12+ years of experience in system level development in the server/computer/network/storage industry
Ability to interface with other disciplines, including software, mechanical and signal integrity
Skilled in articulating ideas and technical concepts to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing
Experience with High Speed Network Interfaces (10G/25G/100G/400G)
Experience with PCIe Gen5/Gen6 adaptors and switches
Experience designing systems with DDR4/DDR5 DIMMs
Hands on board design knowledge, familiar with design tools such as Cadence Concept, and Allegro
Ability to travel 5%-10% of the year

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday
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 and each January 1st thereafter
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
grants of Cisco restricted stock units