ASIC Modeling Team Leader

Meet the Team

Join the Cisco Silicon One Architecture team, a core group within Cisco’s silicon organization. The team is responsible for defining the architecture and key features of next-generation networking devices, using the most advanced silicon technologies. 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 part of the Silicon One Architecture team, you will:

• Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a hardware development function for electronic design, mechanical design and/or hardware reliability.
• Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of a software development function for software systems, applications and/or software quality assurance.
• Directs, leads, and manages the technical activities of an integrated hardware/software systems design function.
• Define device specifications and architectural features for next-generation networking silicon
• Design and implement logic and software solutions that meet performance, power, and scalability requirements
• Develop software components in C++ as part of the silicon architecture and enablement flow
• Collaborate closely with design, verification, and software teams to translate specifications into working silicon
• Contribute to the development of a unified and programmable silicon architecture enabling AI-driven networks
• Take part in shaping Cisco Silicon One™ products that power the Internet of the future

Minimum Qualifications

• Team management experience
• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or computer science
• 5+ 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

Why Cisco?

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.