Join Cisco's Silicon Operations team, where engineers collaborate with ASIC Design, Hardware, and Manufacturing partners to deliver high-quality silicon products from New Product Introduction (NPI) through high-volume production. The team drives innovation in test engineering, automation, and manufacturing excellence to ensure world-class product quality and reliability.
Your ImpactAs a Test Engineering Leader, you will lead a team of test engineers responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing production test solutions for Cisco's next-generation ASIC and SoC products.
You will:
- Lead the development and release of ATE test programs for ASIC/SoC products from NPI through production.
- Partner with ASIC Design teams to bring up tests, characterize silicon, and improve test coverage.
- Develop and debug test patterns, identify coverage gaps, and implement robust test solutions.
- Drive high-volume manufacturing readiness by collaborating with Tier-1 OSAT partners to resolve production test and quality issues.
- Lead automation initiatives to improve test efficiency, quality, and manufacturing scalability.
- Analyze yield data, identify failure trends, and drive yield improvement and test time optimization.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing team while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure successful product launches.
You'll collaborate closely with:
- ASIC Design Teams (Central Hardware Group)
- Silicon Operations Engineering Teams
- New Product Introduction (NPI) Teams
- Manufacturing and Operations Partners
- Tier-1 OSAT Suppliers
- Cross-functional Hardware and Product Engineering Teams
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 12+ years of experience in ASIC/SoC NPI, ATE testing, silicon characterization, and production test.
- Strong expertise with Advantest V93000 (SmarTest 7 & 8) platforms.
- Proficiency in C, C++, Java, Perl, Python, and 93K test method development.
- Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex engineering projects.
- Strong knowledge of DFT methodologies, including Scan, ATPG, JTAG, MBIST, PVT, and SerDes.
- Experience with yield improvement, failure analysis, and test time reduction.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
- Experience working with global manufacturing partners and high-volume production environments.
- Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and engineering innovation.
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We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 12+ years experience in ASIC/SoC NPI, ATE testing, silicon characterization, and production test
- Strong expertise with Advantest V93000 (SmarTest 7 & 8) platforms
- Proficiency in C, C++, Java, Perl, Python, and 93K test method development
- Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex engineering projects
- Knowledge of DFT methodologies including Scan, ATPG, JTAG, MBIST, PVT, and SerDes
- Experience with yield improvement, failure analysis, and test time reduction
- Experience working with global manufacturing partners and high-volume production environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities
- Passion for automation, continuous improvement, and engineering innovation
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support via an EAP, and access to on-site or virtual health centers indicate robust healthcare offerings. Wellness programs, fitness resources, and specialized services further reinforce coverage depth.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, a global minimum for paid parental leave, and unique programs like company-wide recharge days and paid volunteer time expand time-away options. Additional offerings such as Critical Time Off and adoption assistance add flexibility for life events.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Restricted stock units and a discounted employee stock purchase plan are meaningful elements of total compensation. The prominence of equity can materially augment overall pay packages alongside salary and bonuses.
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