Meet the Team
Join the Cisco Silicon One Modelling team, a core group within Cisco’s silicon organization. The team is responsible for developing an accurate reference software model of next-generation networking devices. We work in a dynamic environment that combines the scale of a global company with the agility and innovation of a startup.
Your Impact
As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing a state-of-the-art functional simulator for the Cisco SiliconOne family of devices. This simulator is a critical product that streamlines the development process and significantly reduces time-to-market.
In this role, you will:
Collaborate closely with the ASIC Architecture team to implement an accurate and efficient software model based on the architecture specifications.
Partner with both Software and Hardware design teams, providing support as they use the simulator as the golden reference for hardware implementation.
Ensure the simulator meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and usability.
Contribute to defining best practices and methodologies for model development, validation, and integration.
Minimum Qualifications
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
7+ years of technical experience in a large corporate environment
Strong background in logic design and system-level architecture
Software engineering experience in C++
Solid understanding of networking principles and protocols
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ASIC-related software such as SDKs, firmware, or low-level system software
Hands-on experience in ASIC development (architecture, design, or verification)
Proficiency in Python
Ability to quickly learn new technologies and complex systems
Strong technical documentation and presentation skills
High attention to detail and a system-level mindset for networking solutions
At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Skills Required
- B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
- 7+ years of technical experience in a large corporate environment
- Strong background in logic design and system-level architecture
- Software engineering experience in C++
- Solid understanding of networking principles and protocols
- Experience with ASIC-related software such as SDKs, firmware, or low-level system software
- Hands-on experience in ASIC development, including architecture, design, or verification
- Proficiency in Python
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies and complex systems
- Strong technical documentation and presentation skills
- High attention to detail and a system-level mindset for networking solutions
Cisco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cisco and has not been reviewed or approved by Cisco.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad, with medical options including PPOs, high-deductible plans, and regional HMOs. Feedback suggests robust wellness and mental-health resources, with some locations offering on-site support and second medical opinions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is highlighted through paid holidays, paid time off, and additional recharge days such as “Days for Me,” with generous volunteer time also mentioned. Feedback suggests these programs help support rest, volunteering, and critical life events.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support appears extensive, including paid child-bonding leave, family medical leave, and caregiving resources. Observations also point to family-planning assistance and adoption or surrogacy support in some regions.
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What We Do
Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections--whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible--providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 71,000 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security, storage area networking, and wireless technology. In addition to its products, Cisco provides a broad range of service offerings, including technical support and advanced services. Cisco sells its products and services, both directly through its own sales force as well as through its channel partners, to large enterprises, commercial businesses, service providers, and consumers.
