This is a hybrid role with four days per week at Cisco’s Yerevan office.
Meet the TeamOur team is at the forefront of innovation, specializing in memory layout implementation for the Cisco Silicon One platform that powers the world’s most advanced switches and routers. We are a dynamic, international team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of high-performance networking technology. We offer a unique environment where technical excellence meets real-world impact. We value transparency, clear communication, and a collaborative spirit that bridges geographical divides to deliver ground breaking silicon solutions.
Your ImpactDrive the physical design strategy for high-performance memory and SRAM blocks, ensuring alignment with aggressive power, performance, and area targets. Architect complex layout solutions while providing technical leadership to elevate the team’s collective proficiency. Execute critical post-layout validation cycles to guarantee silicon-level reliability and seamless integration across multi-module subsystems. Lead efforts to enhance layout automation frameworks to reduce design iteration time and increase total velocity. Achieve operational excellence by delivering high-integrity, scalable silicon components that define the next generation of Cisco networking hardware.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of total professional experience in physical design or layout with 3+ years of hands-on experience specifically in SRAM layout implementation.
- Expert-level proficiency working with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence or Synopsys.
- In-depth experience with advanced node technologies such as TSMC 22nm, 12nm, 7nm, 5nm, or 2nm.
- Proven ability to mentor and guide cross-functional teams through complex project lifecycles.
- Advanced analytical problem-solving skills, specifically in resolving EM/IR closure bottlenecks.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing automation scripts (Tcl, Python) to optimize end-to-end design workflows.
- Strong ability to articulate technical strategy and influence stakeholders within a global, multi-site environment.
- Experience with mixed-signal or custom design environments requiring high-precision layout integration.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of professional experience in physical design or layout.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in SRAM layout implementation.
- Expert-level proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence or Synopsys.
- Experience with advanced-node technologies such as TSMC 22nm, 12nm, 7nm, 5nm, or 2nm.
- Ability to mentor and guide cross-functional teams through complex project lifecycles.
- Advanced analytical problem-solving skills, including resolving EM/IR closure bottlenecks.
- Experience developing Tcl or Python automation scripts.
- Ability to articulate technical strategy and influence stakeholders in a global, multi-site environment.
- Experience with mixed-signal or custom design environments requiring high-precision layout integration.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as robust with multiple plan options and access to onsite/virtual LifeConnections Health Centers on major campuses. Company materials also highlight mental-health resources and comprehensive preventive care, supporting strong core medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes company‑wide recharge days, a paid birthday, a year‑end shutdown, and paid Critical Time Off for emergencies. Paid volunteer days further expand opportunities to step away and recharge.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include a global minimum for paid parental leave for primary caregivers, caregiving concierge services, and on‑site children’s learning centers in select locations. In the U.S., family‑building support is consolidated under Carrot with a defined lifetime maximum, indicating structured assistance across fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy.
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