Signal Integrity Technical Lead

As a Signal Integrity Technical Leader at Cisco, you will be at the forefront of designing and analyzing high-speed components, interfaces, and power distribution networks. You will define and design cutting-edge circuit boards (PCBs) and system interconnects, pushing the boundaries of technology. Your role will involve collaborating with a diverse team of system architects, ASIC engineers, CAD engineers, software engineers, and other SI experts to create the next generation of high-performance networking products.

You'll be part of the dynamic and innovative Service Provider Signal Integrity Team, driving high-speed system design, integration, validation, and characterization for the next generation of Cisco 8000 routers. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and pushing the limits of technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate design tradeoffs, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with internal specifications and standards
• Conduct electromagnetic modeling, gigabit serial link design, and power delivery network analysis
• Perform physical measurements for design validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative networking solutions
• Design and analyze high-speed components and interfaces

Required Skills:

• BSEE with 12+ years of related experience
• Expertise in EM simulation tools like HFSS and CST
• Hands-on experience with high-speed PCB/package development
• Working experience with high-speed NRZ and PAM4 Serdes
• Proficiency in power integrity design and analysis
• Lab skills and measurement experience (VNA, TDR, Real-Time Scope, BERT)

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or MSEE with 7 to 10 years of related experience
• Experience in electromagnetic modeling of complex 3D structures
• Experience in designing and analyzing gigabit serial links
• Experience in generating and verifying package layout rules
• Experience in modeling and analyzing power delivery networks

Join Cisco to be part of a team that embraces digital transformation, innovation, and creativity. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion.