Technical Lead Engineer-SPTG

It's an exciting time to work at Cisco.Every day we connect people to the network and make it come to life.��Whether it's using e-learning to educate students far from city centers or downloading the entire Library of Congress in seconds, our networking technology has not only revolutionized the way people do things, but who they are. People are more informed, more efficient, and more involved. With all forms of communications converging onto the network, Cisco is entering an exciting new era. The concept of the network as the platform for transforming life's experiences is no longer a possibility: It is quickly becoming a reality. And Cisco is leading the experience.


Cisco seeks a Hardware Engineer with specialized knowledge in select technologies. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated technical experience and a commtment to applying his or her expertise in the development of select products. This is a great opportunity to work with the best in the industry, expand your skills and experience, and be part of a team that is at the forefront of network technology innovation.

Participates on a project team of engineers involved in the specification, design, development and test of hardware, that may include any of the following list of responsibilities: Participates in defining the design and implementation processes and procedures. Responsible for board level complex architecture design. Writes board level functional and design specs and hardware manuals. Writes complete unit and integration test plans. Debugs complex board level problems. Performs complex board level unit and integration tests. Designs board level diagnostics firmware. Resolves issues with CAD and Manufacturing Engineers in developing new boards. Designs board level simulation tests. Consults with in-house packaging and other compliance engineers during design process to ensure compliance requirements will be met. Interacts with customers as site coordinator in problem verification and support. May negotiate EMC issues with International/European compliance agencies. Utilizes national and international EMC test specification to conduct technical surveillance of Cisco products for global EMC compliance. Verifies and enforces design validation test standards and processes across all hardware platforms, such as test plans, test reports and hot staging. Participates in Cisco's patent program.

Typically requires MSEE/CS combined with 3-4 years of related experience, or BSEE/CS combined with 4-7+ yrs related experience.

Ability to widely apply networking principles, theories and field concepts to product development and possession of working knowledge of related disciplines. In addition to HW Eng II, requires hands on experience with one or more of the following: Understand related products' architecture. Understand competitive products. Ability to apply new technology independently. Ability to design multiple subsystem architecture. Ability to plan small projects. Ability to solve complex. problems involving multiple sub systems. Knowledge of design support, simulation, PCB layout and high speed switching/circuit analysis. Experience with design of LAN/WAN interfaces and digital systems. Works under department strategy and direction. Translates department goals into own work assignments. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Interfaces cross-functionally at the working team level. Customer resolution requires excellent communication skills. Sponsors and models exemplary team interaction. Encourages and accepts performance feedback. Mentors junior team members. Demonstrate ability to successfully influence win-win cross-functional dynamics. Resolves conflicts by fostering team communications. Exercises broad judgement. Tackles complex issues in creative ways. Problem solving requires originality and ingenuity using knowledge gained while specializing in field. Technical and Functional Knowledge. Teamwork. Solve Problems Make Decisions. Innovation and Learning. Dedication to Customer Success. Demonstrate Leadership. Acknowledged technical expert on product.

Manager Specific Requirements : Candidate should have strong board level design experience including but not limited to microprocessor design, high speed circuit design and analysis, PCB layout and routing, and cross functional interaction with EMC, EMI, safety, and mechanical engineering.