Senior Board Power Engineer

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
139K-190K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Software • Analytics
The Role
Lead power delivery design and validation for high-performance networking switches. Collaborate with hardware teams to design and optimize PDNs, perform lab power measurements and troubleshooting, analyze and mitigate power integrity issues, create power trees, review schematics/layouts, and document and present findings to cross-functional teams.
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Company Description

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 Description

Who You’ll Work With

Arista is seeking an outstanding Senior Board Power Engineer who is a team player, collaborating closely with our design teams across the globe. You will contribute to the development of our switch networking product line, from concept to bench validation. If you are hardworking and thrive on challenges, join us and make a significant impact!

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with hardware and design teams on power delivery strategies.
  • Apply tools and flow in advanced technology to achieve project development goals.
  • Design and optimize power delivery network.
  • Power validation & measurement in the lab
  • Perform power delivery analysis and mitigation.
  • Be part of a small team to serve as the focal point for power requirements & validation
  • Collaborate with hardware and design teams on power delivery strategies.
  • Creating power tree.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in power integrity engineering, with a focus on high-performance computing or networking hardware.
  • Education: BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Power Expertise: Proven experience in analyzing, mitigating, and optimizing power integrity, including detailed troubleshooting in the lab.
  • Lab Skills: Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, DC load, Bode plots) and experience with power measurement techniques.
  • Control Theory Knowledge: Solid understanding of control theory, including gain margin, phase margin, stability, and related metrics for power integrity analysis.
  • Power Technology Knowledge: In-depth understanding of DC-DC power converters, multiphase architectures, and various control modes (current mode, voltage mode, constant-on-time).
  • Design Tools: Experience reviewing schematics and layouts, specifically with Cadence tools.
  • Teamwork & Communication: Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience working cross-functionally to implement power delivery strategies.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Document power integrity analyses, design decisions, test results, and present findings to cross-functional teams.
  • Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Bonus Skills: Knowledge of Python for automation and data analysis is a plus.

Compensation Information 

The new hire base pay for this role has a pay range of $139,000 to $190,000. 

Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location, so that we can offer consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. 

The pay range provided reflects base pay only and in addition certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.  

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Additional Information

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

  • 5+ years of experience in power integrity engineering
  • BSEE, MSEE, or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering
  • Proven experience analyzing, mitigating, and optimizing power integrity, including lab troubleshooting
  • Proficiency with lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, DC load) and power measurement techniques
  • Solid understanding of control theory (gain margin, phase margin, stability) for power analysis
  • In-depth knowledge of DC-DC power converters, multiphase architectures, and control modes (current/voltage/constant-on-time)
  • Experience reviewing schematics and layouts using Cadence tools
  • Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork skills
  • Ability to document power integrity analyses, design decisions, and test results
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of Python for automation and data analysis

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
2,867 Employees
Year Founded: 2004

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.

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