Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.
At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job DescriptionWho You’ll Work With
In this position, you will be working directly with Hardware Engineering, ECAD, Mechanical/Thermal, and Contract manufacturing teams that are at the core of development and building our products. Your role is highly collaborative; you will serve as the technical bridge between our internal Hardware and Mechanical Engineering teams and our external Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners. By working closely with Engineering, Product Ops Managers and various cross-functional teams, you will ensure that our High Performance, High Layer Count PCA designs are successfully translated into high-volume production readiness through the NPI process.
What You’ll Do
This hands-on, technical role focuses on New Product Introduction (NPI) for advanced SMT PCBs. As an Electrical NPI Engineer, you will act as the technical bridge between design engineering and manufacturing partners, ensuring design for manufacturability (DFM), reliability, and quality throughout the product lifecycle. You will oversee product designs, identify DFM improvements during early development, and support HWDE, SI, and CAD layout engineers. Key responsibilities include leveraging expertise in advanced manufacturing processes, high-layer-count PCB structures, and SMT assembly to drive continuous improvements in yield, scalability, and quality in the following areas:
Drive PCA designs, resolving DFM issues for SMT and system integration.
Optimize high-layer count PCB manufacturing and BGA assembly.
Lead process validation, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
Manage NPI lifecycles from prototype to full production.
Manage ECOs and version control via PLM systems.
Drive continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.
Develop SMT/PCB assembly best practices per IPC standards.
Coordinate cross-functionally with the supply chain for inventory efficiency.
Education & Experience: BS/MS in Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5-7+ years of experience in NPI engineering, specifically in Advanced SMT and High-Layer-Count PCB assembly (30+ layers preferred). PCA Design/Layout experience is a plus.
Technical Proficiency: Strong background in circuit debugging, troubleshooting, failure/root cause analysis, and 8D methodology. Comprehensive knowledge of Design for Excellence (DFx), including DFM, DFR, DFT, DFC, and DFQ.
Process & Lifecycle Management: Proficiency with PLM systems (e.g., Propel, Agile) to manage ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN processes. Experience managing product lifecycles from prototype to end-of-life, including BOM risk assessment, second sourcing, and component qualification.
Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to provide technical mentorship to manufacturing/debug teams and collaborate effectively across functions (e.g., Engineering, Marketing, TAC, and CM Partners). Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive continuous improvement in yield, cost, and quality.
Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- BS/MS in Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering with 5-7+ years in NPI engineering for Advanced SMT and High-Layer-Count PCB assembly (30+ layers preferred)
- Experience with PCA design/layout (noted as a plus)
- Strong skills in circuit debugging, troubleshooting, failure/root cause analysis, and 8D methodology
- Comprehensive knowledge of DFx practices including DFM, DFR, DFT, DFC, and DFQ
- Proficiency with PLM systems (e.g., Propel, Agile) to manage ECO/MCO/DEV/PCN and version control
- Experience managing product lifecycles from prototype to EOL, BOM risk assessment, second sourcing, and component qualification
- Ability to lead process validation, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and drive continuous yield/cost/quality improvements
- Develop SMT/PCB assembly best practices per IPC standards
- Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and strong communication skills
Arista Networks Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arista Networks and has not been reviewed or approved by Arista Networks.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is positioned as generous, including unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and flexible hours with hybrid options. Parental leave is also included, supporting time off needs beyond standard vacation.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is a notable component of rewards through RSUs and an employee stock purchase plan with a discount. This structure can materially increase total compensation when stock performance is favorable.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Everyday perks and wellness supports are broad, including on-site gym/showers, secured bike storage, stocked break rooms, discounted lunches, wellness webinars, and social events. Family-planning benefits add to lifestyle and wellbeing coverage.
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What We Do
Arista Networks was founded to pioneer and deliver software driven cloud networking solutions for large datacenter storage and computing environments. Arista’s award-winning platforms, ranging in Ethernet speeds from 10 to 400 gigabits per second, redefine scalability, agility and resilience. Arista has shipped more than 20 million cloud networking ports worldwide with CloudVision and EOS, an advanced network operating system. Committed to open standards, Arista is a founding member of the 25/50GbE consortium. Arista Networks products are available worldwide directly and through partners.
