# Hardware Design Engineer System Lead / SI/ System Architecture at Cisco

- Company: Cisco
- What the company does: Cisco is a worldwide technology leader powering an inclusive future for all. Learn more about our products, services, solutions, and innovations. Backed by Sequoia and Menlo.
- Company website: https://www.cisco.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Milpitas, California, US
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-27
- Apply by: 2026-12-11
- Apply: https://cisco.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Cisco_Careers/job/Milpitas-California-US/ASIC-Board-Design-Engineer---System-Lead--PCB-Layout--Signal-Integrity--and-System-Architecture--Onsite-_2026355?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cisco-pcb-design-engineer-system-lead-signal-integrity-and-system-architecture-o/

## About the role

This position requires that you live within commuting distance of our Milpitas, CA office and commute to the lab 5 days per week. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Systems Architecture: Experience with advanced networking systems, ASICs, FPGAs, high-speed memory, multi-gigabit SerDes, and advanced packaging
- Specialized Technologies: Experience in co-packaged/near-packaged optics, signal/power integrity budget analysis, ultra-high-speed signaling, and next-generation power delivery
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Cadence (Concept/Allegro), HyperLynx, ANSYS, Keysight ADS, and advanced lab equipment (VNA, TDR, high-bandwidth oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers)
- Automation: Experience with creating test scripts using Python to streamline validation and design tasks
- Problem-Solving: Analytical, methodical approach to decomposing complex issues, evaluating empirical evidence, and documenting clear, actionable conclusions
- Collaboration: History of working effectively within cross-functional teams to drive initiatives forward


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/cisco-pcb-design-engineer-system-lead-signal-integrity-and-system-architecture-o/