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ASIC Engineer- CAD

Cisco · San Jose, California, US · On-site

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About the role

Develop, maintain, and enhance DFT CAD infrastructure and automation and Support DFT implementation flows like Scan insertion, ATPG generation, SPF generation, pattern simulation etc Develop utilities and automation using Python, Perl, Tcl, and Shell scripting.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer engineering and 5+ years of ASIC Design experience or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of experience, or PhD + 0 years of experience
  • Experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog programming
  • Experience with interactive and waveform debugging
  • Experience with industry-standard DFT/EDA tools and ability to work closely with design, verification, and test teams to resolve flow and methodology issues
  • Scripting experience in Python, Perl, TCL, or shell programming
  • Experience with Synopsys Design Constraints (SDC)
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 11/05/2026

The Silicon One team creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering Cisco’s core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. Our innovations in silicon, optics, and hardware platforms are shaping the technology industry. We're a global team of creative experts, bringing our unique backgrounds and bold ideas to push boundaries and help each other grow. Because full product development—from design to qualification to production—is within our team, we’re able to think differently, experiment more, and work quickly. Join us to power the future of the digital world.

Develop, maintain, and enhance DFT CAD infrastructure and automation and Support DFT implementation flows like Scan insertion, ATPG generation, SPF generation, pattern simulation etc

Develop utilities and automation using Python, Perl, Tcl, and Shell scripting.

Debug DFT flow failures and work with design teams to resolve issues.

Create and maintain regression frameworks and dashboards.

Improve flow robustness, runtime, and scalability.

Support large-scale regressions on compute farms using LSF or equivalent job...

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